What should you do when there's a fire in your vehicle's engine compartment?
- A Open all windows
- B Try to remove the load
- C Flag down a passing motorist
- D Cut off the fuel supply
Why this is the answer
If you suspect a fire, try to isolate the source. If possible, disconnect electrical leads and cut off the fuel supply.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Open all windows — Opening the windows feeds the fire with air.
- B
- Try to remove the load — The load can be replaced, and going near a burning vehicle for it cannot be undone.
- C
- Flag down a passing motorist — Flagging someone down puts another person beside a fire and delays the real response.
Where this comes from
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 12
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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