Aha Trivia Stuff Everyone Should Know
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Before helping at a traffic scene, what should you check first?

Check that the scene is safe before you approach.

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  1. Check that the scene is safe ✔
  2. Run into the road at once
  3. Move the person before checking cars

Why: Moving traffic can injure helpers. Check the whole scene and approach only when it is safe.

Huh, didn't know that: Ask a bystander to watch for oncoming traffic if it is safe to help.

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Answer: Check that the scene is safe. Moving traffic can injure helpers. Check the whole scene and approach only when it is safe.

  1. American Red Cross First Aid Steps www.redcross.org/take-a-class/first-aid/performing-first-aid/first-aid-steps
    CHECK the scene for safety
    Checked 2026-10-21.

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