Emergency Awareness - Drivers Test

Emergency awareness means always being

In Switzerland, drivers must stay alert for sudden hazards like breakdowns, accidents, or road blockages. Quick, calm responses save lives.

If you witness an accident, your first action is to

Before helping others, make sure you are not at risk. Park safely, turn on hazard lights, and wear a reflective vest.

Calling the Swiss emergency number involves dialing

112 is the general emergency number, while 117 reaches the police. Use 118 for fire and 144 for medical emergencies.

When stopped on a motorway, you must

Always use the passenger side to exit. Stand behind the guardrail away from traffic, and wear a reflective vest.

A warning triangle in Switzerland should be placed

The triangle warns oncoming drivers of your stopped vehicle. Place it far enough behind to provide time to react.

In a tunnel emergency, you must

Swiss tunnels have well-marked exits and phones every 100–150 meters. Never turn around—walk calmly to the exit.

If your brakes fail suddenly, your response should be to

Pump the brakes, shift to lower gears, and apply the parking brake gently. Avoid panicking or abrupt pulling.

In case of fire in your vehicle, the safest step is to

Turn off the engine, get everyone out, and stay uphill and upwind. Use an extinguisher only if it’s safe to do so.

A flat tyre on the motorway requires you to

Use hazard lights, wear a vest, and never attempt repair on the traffic side. Call for roadside assistance.

If a passenger is injured, you should

Don’t move the person unless there’s immediate danger. Reassure them, cover with a blanket, and monitor breathing.

Flashing blue lights in your mirror mean

Move aside as soon as it’s safe. Don’t brake suddenly.Use your indicator and create a clear path.

Emergency exits in tunnels are

They often lead to safe shelters or connecting tunnels. Always head in the direction shown in case of fire or smoke.

If you drive into standing water, your first step is to

Water affects brake efficiency. After exiting, test the brakes gently until full stopping power returns.

The first thing to do after an accident is to

Stop your car, warn others, and call for help. Don’t leave the scene unless helping or in danger.

If someone is unconscious but breathing, place them in

This keeps the airway clear and prevents choking. Wait with them and monitor until professionals arrive.

Using hazard lights properly means

They alert others to danger ahead. Use them in breakdowns, crashes, or when slowing down unexpectedly.

A sudden health issue while driving requires you to

Symptoms like dizziness or chest pain are serious. Stop, turn off the car, and call 144 or 112 if needed.

In icy conditions, if you lose control, your priority is to

Take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid. Avoid overcorrecting or braking hard.

Reflective safety vests in Switzerland must be

Keep one vest per passenger in your vehicle. Wear it before exiting, especially on motorways or at night.

Emergency lay-bus in tunnels are meant for

Use them only if the vehicle can’t move further. Stay inside, activate hazard lights, and call for assistance.

A blocked road in the mountains may signal

Turn back or wait for official clearance. Never try to bypass barriers or drive over debris.

If a child is locked in a hot car, you must

Heat builds quickly in vehicles. Break a window only if the child’s life is at risk and help hasn’t arrived.

When animals are on the road, you should

Honking may cause them to bolt unpredictably. Be patient and wait until they move away safely.

In case of flooding, it’s safest to

Water can hide potholes or wash away the road. Turn around or find a safer route.

Emergency drills in Switzerland advise drivers to

Be familiar with escape signs in long tunnels. Keep a warning triangle, first-aid kit, and flashlight in the vehicle.