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Car Accident Management Guide – Checklist To Stay Prepared

What would you do if you are involved in a car accident?  What would you do if a friend or family member is involved in a car accident and you’re around?

We don’t often ask this question to ourselves or many have never thought of it for two reasons; one being confident that we wouldn’t have an accident and the other being we would avoid a negative thought for now and worry only when something happens.

As a car accident repair garage in Dubai, at Pal Auto Garage, we often meet customers who’ve met with accidents, most of them weren’t aware of what were the immediate steps to take once you have been through an accident. So we thought, we’d list a set of things to do or check immediately after an accident. This would save you a lot of trouble later.

 

SAFETY FIRST

  1. Look for a safe place near the scene and stop, you don’t cause another accident
  2. If anyone’s injured, call 998 for Ambulance and .
  3. If you are in an accident, stay at a safe spot where accident happened
  4. You can help those who’re involved inthe accident to a safer area.
  5. Call 999 for Police, once you explain the situation, they’ll let you know you if police is needed.

 

TAKE NOTE

  1. Get the name, address and contact details of all involved in the accident
  2. All information about the vehicles involved such as License number, Manufacturer, model, make, year, Insurance provider details, Insurance policy number
  3. Name and contact details of all witnesses
  4. Name and details of the police officer if a the incident is being reported, report number
  5. Take photos of vehicles involved in the accident, damage to the vehicles and the location of the ancient
  6.  Your insurance company shall be reported on the accident

COMMUNICATION DO’S AND DON’TS

Don’t be afraid, accidents are well covered under the law, you’re protected.

  1. Let the authorities investigate, you don’t need to admit fault
  2. Work with the police calmly to make it easy for all.
  3. Being calm and polite always help

Well, the best way to deal with an accident when it happens is to know that you’re ready to face it. Have the following items always present in your car;

  1. Have the emergency numbers such as medical support or Police, saved on your phone. Most service providers have them saved on your phone, ensure you have the right one.
  2. Your vehicle documents such as registration, tests done and insurance details.
  3. Your insurance ID
  4. First aid kit, blanket, paper towels
  5. Car emergency kit such as jumper cables, trash bags, flashlight, flares etc.

Stay safe by being careful and prepared, stay safe if you have been in an accident by knowing what to do. An accident makes more than a dent in your vehicle – it can mean lost business too. Pal auto garage Dubai have built a solid reputation in accident repair in Dubai over 35+ years of hands on experience. We’ll help you get back on the road as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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