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    Drink driving, drugs, tiredness from overwork, distractions, and vehicle defects like bald tires are some of the main causes of road traffic accidents according to the document. When responding to crashes, fire and rescue services must consider crew and scene safety, vehicle stabilization, glass management, extrication techniques, and casualty care. They use hydraulic equipment like cutters, spreaders, and rams to free trapped victims. To prevent future accidents, the document recommends getting more rest by working less or sleeping more, not drinking and driving, being aware of other drivers and road hazards, and ensuring one's vehicle is roadworthy.

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    Drink driving, drugs, tiredness from overwork, distractions, and vehicle defects like bald tires are some of the main causes of road traffic accidents according to the document. When responding to crashes, fire and rescue services must consider crew and scene safety, vehicle stabilization, glass management, extrication techniques, and casualty care. They use hydraulic equipment like cutters, spreaders, and rams to free trapped victims. To prevent future accidents, the document recommends getting more rest by working less or sleeping more, not drinking and driving, being aware of other drivers and road hazards, and ensuring one's vehicle is roadworthy.

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    Drink driving, drugs, tiredness from overwork, distractions, and vehicle defects like bald tires are some of the main causes of road traffic accidents according to the document. When responding to crashes, fire and rescue services must consider crew and scene safety, vehicle stabilization, glass management, extrication techniques, and casualty care. They use hydraulic equipment like cutters, spreaders, and rams to free trapped victims. To prevent future accidents, the document recommends getting more rest by working less or sleeping more, not drinking and driving, being aware of other drivers and road hazards, and ensuring one's vehicle is roadworthy.

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    RTC Poster

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    Drink driving, drugs, tiredness from overwork, distractions, and vehicle defects like bald tires are some of the main causes of road traffic accidents according to the document. When responding to crashes, fire and rescue services must consider crew and scene safety, vehicle stabilization, glass management, extrication techniques, and casualty care. They use hydraulic equipment like cutters, spreaders, and rams to free trapped victims. To prevent future accidents, the document recommends getting more rest by working less or sleeping more, not drinking and driving, being aware of other drivers and road hazards, and ensuring one's vehicle is roadworthy.

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    Causes of a road traffic accident and why this happened.

    Drink driving is one of the main causes of road traffic accidents. Losing concentration Drugs, tiredness, Tiredness working too much. Not taking care (rushing) Driving a broken car bald tires. Obstacle in the road - animal, human, or just simply a box.

    Explain the best method of dealing with this type of incident


    Prior to cutting people out of crashes the Fire and Rescue Service must consider the following: Incident Approach Scene/Crew Safety Vehicle Stabilisation, Glass Management, Extrication Techniques, Cutting Techniques, Casualty Care. The Hydraulic Rescue Equipment comprises of cutters, spreaders and rams which enable firefighters to release casualties involved in Road Traffic Collisions: Combination Cutter/Spreader Hydraulic Pump operating at 720 bars, High pressure hose, Pedal Cutter, Ram, Various chains and equipment to stabilise vehicles.

    How could this be prevented in the future


    To prevent tiredness you will need more rest working less or just getting more sleep. Dont drink and drive. Dont take drugs. Be more aware of other drivers and obstacles blocking the road. Make sure your car has been fully checked out and that you know there is nothing wrong with it.

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