You arrive at the scene of an incident. A casualty has an injured arm that’s bleeding heavily. What should you do while waiting for the emergency services to arrive?

Explanation: If possible, lay the casualty down. Raising the arm above the level of the heart will reduce the flow of blood. Check that the limb isn't broken and that there's nothing in the wound before applying pressure over it.

Category: Accidents

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Buses and Coaches: Section 4, The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles: Section 4