What to do in case of an accident

  1. Remain Calm. This is a stressfull moment and must be dealt with as calmly and rationally as possible.
  2. In a safe, controlled manner, stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
  3. If possible, move the vehicle off of the roadway, out of the way of traffic.
  4. Shut off the engine and turn on the 4-way flashers.
  5. Check yourself for injuries and then others in your vehicle and then the occupants of the other vehicle(s).
  6. Once the situation has been assessed, call the police, fire and/or ambulance as required.
  7. If possible, alert other drivers to the scene with flares, flags or other means as required.
  8. Takes notes about the accident, get the names of all parties involved as well as those of any witnesses. Make a diagram of the accident including direction of travel, estimated speeds and impact points of the vehicles involved.
  9. Exchange information with the other driver, including drivers license numbers and insurance information. Never, ever discuss blame or fault with anyone other than the police
  10. If the police attend the scene, get a copy of the police report. Otherwise, make a report at the appropriate police station (RCMP if in a rural area or with City Police if in a city).
  11. If your vehicle is not drivable, call a tow truck and arrange for them to tow your vehicle to your preferred body shop.