CDL · Crashes and insurance

When you stop at a crash scene like this one, which step helps keep a second crash from happening?

When you stop at a crash scene like this one, which step helps keep a second crash from happening?

Correct answer: Turn on your hazard flashers.

Answer options

  1. AWait in your cab while you write up a crash report.
  2. BTurn on your hazard flashers. Correct
  3. CPark right next to the damaged vehicles.

Why

Hazard flashers warn approaching drivers that something is wrong ahead. If you stop to help, park well away from the scene so emergency vehicles have room, and set out reflective triangles where traffic can see them in time.

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Topic: Crashes and insurance   License: CDL

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