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Rule 283 Test

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These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 283. There are 8 questions in this test. You need to answer 6 out of 8 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. What should you do first if involved in a crash? Give one answer
A Call emergency services
B Move vehicles off road
C Take pictures of scene
D Use hazard warning lights
Correct Answer: D Use hazard warning lights
Explanation: Using hazard lights warns other traffic and increases safety at the scene.
2. What should you ask drivers to do at a crash scene? Give one answer
A Exchange insurance details
B Help move vehicles
C Switch off engines and stop smoking
D Take photographs
Correct Answer: C Switch off engines and stop smoking
Explanation: Turning off engines and stopping smoking reduces the risk of fire.
3. How should you call emergency services on a motorway? Give one answer
A Signal for help
B Use any phone available
C Use emergency telephone or identify location
D Wait for others to call
Correct Answer: C Use emergency telephone or identify location
Explanation: Emergency telephones allow easy location by services; if using a mobile, knowing your location is crucial.
4. Where should uninjured people go after a motorway crash? Give one answer
A Away from traffic, hard shoulder, central reservation
B Gather at the scene
C Stay in vehicles
D Wait inside vehicles
Correct Answer: A Away from traffic, hard shoulder, central reservation
Explanation: Moving to safety away from traffic and the road reduces further accident risks.
5. When is it okay to move injured people from vehicles? Give one answer
A After giving first aid
B If there's immediate danger of fire or explosion
C Once traffic has stopped
D When they request help
Correct Answer: B If there's immediate danger of fire or explosion
Explanation: Injured people should only be moved if there is immediate danger, to avoid further injury.
6. Should you remove a motorcyclist's helmet at a crash scene? Give one answer
A Always
B If they are unconscious
C If they ask for help
D Only if it is essential
Correct Answer: D Only if it is essential
Explanation: Removing a helmet is risky and should only be done if absolutely necessary.
7. What is your duty at a crash scene until emergency services arrive? Give one answer
A Direct traffic
B Gather witness statements
C Make a phone call
D Stay at the scene
Correct Answer: D Stay at the scene
Explanation: Staying at the scene is crucial for safety and providing information to emergency services.
8. How to handle a medical emergency on a motorway? Give one answer
A Assist with first aid
B Contact emergency services in the same way
C Drive to nearest hospital
D Wait for police
Correct Answer: B Contact emergency services in the same way
Explanation: The same procedure for contacting emergency services should be followed for any motorway emergency.