Post Crash Procedures

No post-accident drug or alcohol testing is required unless there is a fatality.

When a driver uses the PASS technique for operating a fire extinguisher, the “A” means AIM at the base of the fire.

The fire extinguisher carried in the vehicle has to be inspected once every ten (10) years.

Emergency warning devices must be carried on ALL commercial vehicles.

After stopping and protecting the scene of an accident, a professional driver should also try to call for help and assist the injured.

If you are in an accident, you should leave the scene of the accident if you have a schedule to keep.

When setting up warning devices (e.g. emergency triangles) on a hill or curve, the rear most triangle should be placed up to 500 feet from the rear of the vehicle.

The FMCSR states that a driver has 30 minutes after an accident to place warning devices.

At the scene of an accident, the driver should document information about the accident for law enforcement and the motor carrier.

When attempting to extinguish a fire, you should stay at least 5 feet away from it.