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In the event
of an accident:
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The owner/driver
of the vehicle must report the accident to the nearest police
station within 24 hours, and also to his insurance company
Responsibilities
in the Event Of an Accident
The driver of
a vehicle involved in an auto accident that has caused injury
or damage to any person, animal, vehicle or property is required
to render all possible assistance to the injured and report
the matter to the nearest police station within 24 hours.
If the accident
involves a vehicle carrying dangerous good (oil tankers,
chemical carriers, etc.) keep everyone away. Do not let
anyone smoke within 100 metres. Take emergency action as
per the information displayed on the vehicle.
Offer medical
assistance. If the person refuses, try to obtain in writing
that he does not wish to receive medical attention.
Note down the
names and addresses of the witnesses and registration numbers
of the vehicles passing by. They may be useful in case of
legal complications later.
If a policeman
arrives at the scene, note down his name and number.
Medical
help
Section
134 of the Motor Vehicles Act casts obligatory responsibility
on every driver/owner of the vehicle involved in an accident
to convey the injured to the nearest hospital/medical practitioner.
The doctor so approached shall be duty bound to render necessary
medical aid or treatment without waiting for any procedural
formalities.
Towing the
vehicle
For towing
a break down vehicle, it is always advisable to use a crane.
Only if a crane is not available, a rigid tow bar can be
used. Never use a rope or flexible cable for towing, because
your vehicle can dash against the towing vehicle if it suddenly
stops.
While towing
a vehicle, engage it in neutral gear. If transmission system
has failed, and gear is stuck, the axle shafts should be
removed.
If the brake
has failed, use the parking brake to control your vehicle.
Use hazard-warning lamps for giving clear indications to
other road users.
It is also
important to avoid moving the vehicle unless ordered to
do so by a police officer
Necessary to
remove trapped person(s)
Necessary to
prevent fire or obstruction to public
Avoid handling
the injured unless it is necessary as a life-saving measure
Avoid getting
into arguments with the other party and/or witnesses
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