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OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Lesson Aim: The learner will be able to explain police considerations at the scene of a road traffic collision. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of the lesson, Introduction students will be able to:- Road policing and in particular road traffic 1. Explain what police actions should be collisions are very much part of a police taken at the scene of a Road Traffic officer’s daily duties. It is important, from the Collision (pg. 2-19) outset, to realise that there are safety implications to consider in relation to attending officers and other people. 2. Describe the procedures involved in the When they commence duty, officers are protection of a Road Traffic Collision required to make sure they have all their locus utilising police equipment (pg. 5-16) operational safety equipment checked and in place before going on foot or mobile patrol. It is important that the same priority and 3. List the offences relating to Sections 35, thoroughness is given to checking police 37 and 163 of the Road Traffic Act vehicle equipment as well. 1988 (pg. 20) The following equipment should be present in your vehicle and in good order before starting mobile patrol. This equipment is vital for safe management of road traffic incidents. 6 cones 6 police slow signs 2 road closed overlays 2 direction arrow overlays 6 warning lights marking crayon torch functional first aid kit 1 th Amended 7 March 2024 v.5 OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Incident Response It cannot be emphasised enough that your safety and the safety of others present at the locus is paramount. The first officer at the scene of a road traffic collision will have to take control and secure the scene appropriately. This may be to prevent further incidents through traffic management or to contact other services to assist and provide support. You will only be able to assist and help the victims of the collision by making sure the locus is completely secure and free from any dangers. ALWAYS wear your high visibility jacket at a road collision. Not every collision scene is the same. Officers may attend a minor road traffic collision on a very busy arterial route or attend a fatal collision on a quiet country lane. The circumstances will vary but in every situation the following steps are required. Dynamic Risk Assessments Officers must conduct a dynamic risk assessment when attending incidents on roads. These assessments should consider:- Location Position/visibility - is the carriageway position dangerous, e.g. in lane three or on a bend? Characteristics - is the location on an elevated or narrow section? Traffic flow - is the volume and/or speed of passing traffic an issue? Signs - are signs close and correctly set to assist? Communication - is it effective and are any special arrangements needed between agencies? Constraints - do any physical constraints of the locality make safe working difficult? 2 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Vehicles Number and type involved Suspicion - is there anything suspicious about the vehicle or contents? Crime/Intelligence - has the vehicle been involved in any reported criminal activity? Condition - damage and extent and is any part of the vehicle or load obviously dangerous? Hazards Owner/driver - is the owner/driver present? Occupants - how many/are all accounted for? Lighting - is the vehicle unlit during the hours of darkness? Any special recovery requirements? People Number involved Demeanour Condition - e.g. are they trapped or injured and how badly? are they sober, drunk, suffering illness? Comprehension - are they able to understand instructions or guidance given? Crime - has a criminal record PNC check been completed, if so what is the result and are there any warning markers? Localised Factors What has happened - is it likely to happen again? Environmental factors Security/impact issues Equipment - what is available or needed? 3 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Action at the Locus The ACE CARD mnemonic reminds responders of the steps they need to consider when dealing with road incidents. Each feature of the ACE CARD mnemonic must be considered in sequence, but each one may not necessarily be implemented on every occasion. Advance warning of the scene is critical to the safety of those present, and takes precedence over all other action at the initial stage. Approach Caution Signs/Cones Examine Scene Casualties Ambulance, Fire and other Emergency Services Remove Obstructions Detailed Investigation The following paragraphs define the mnemonic. A - Approach Whenever possible, approach all incidents on motorways and dual carriageway roads from the rear. Where a major incident occurs, specialist circumstances may apply and the ACR will inform officers on how to approach the scene. On single carriageway roads officers should consider the most appropriate approach to the incident, taking into account local issues such as traffic congestion and the quickest route. Care must be taken on the approach to incidents as they may be just beyond a blind bend. Officers should also be mindful of any following vehicles that will not be aware of the incident ahead and, therefore, will not expect the police vehicle to stop suddenly. 4 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision The initial actions of the attending unit are critical. They are expected to put in the immediate safety measures, control the incident and be responsible for the overall management of the scene until relieved by a more suitable Incident Control Officer, if required. The police vehicle is an integral tool in dealing with incidents and is used to give advance warning of the scene.. Motorways and dual carriageways require greater consideration and training to manage incidents safely although any officer may be initially responsible for the scene this type of incident will often be managed by Road Policing / Trunk Road Policing units. Trunk Road Incident Support Service (TRISS) units, where available, and other partners, will provide invaluable assistance in making the scene safer and mitigating the effect on the roads network C - Caution Signs/Cones Early advanced warning of incidents ensures a safer scene for attending units. When out of vehicles, officers must wear high-visibility safety clothing and deal with motorists from the safest side of the vehicle. In general, one officer should take control of the scene, the vehicles involved and their occupants, while the other takes responsibility for placing cones and signs. This approach should be subject to a dynamic risk assessment and NDM considerations. All officers should be trained to place cones and signs correctly by completing the Moodle training package - Locus Protection. Signage When attending an incident consider:- Is it necessary to close the lane(s), given the prevailing conditions? The Fire and Rescue Service requires an exclusion zone of 2 metres around any scene. If the scene reaches the outside edge of any lane the next lane will need to be closed to ensure the integrity of this exclusion zone; 5 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Ensure all signs and other equipment are undamaged and in a serviceable condition; Carry out a risk assessment prior to erecting equipment, paying particular attention to weather conditions; Be aware that in bad weather (e.g. strong winds, heavy rain etc.) equipment may move and cause obstruction/hazard on a live carriageway. In such cases alternatives, such as closing the road, may be appropriate; Motorways are extremely dangerous and, signs will normally only be placed on the hard shoulder. A dynamic risk assessment must be carried out before signs are placed on the central reservation; ‘Police Slow’ signs should be placed as per Figure 1; The distances are recommended minimums and officers should take into account local conditions when placing signs; Whenever possible signs should be placed to give a clear view of at least 100 metres to the first sign; On single carriageway roads warning signs should be placed on both approaches to the scene. Figure 1 - When locating signs, the following minimum distances should be observed:- Speed limit Distance from the start of the cone taper 70 mph (inc. motorways) 300 metres 600 metres 900 metres 50 mph - 60 mph 300 metres 600 metres 900 metres* 40 mph - 50 mph 200 metres 400 metres 30 mph or less 50 metres** * Consideration should be given to placing signage at 900 metres to further enhance safety. ** If necessary depending on the road layout Note:- Always watch the approaching traffic. 6 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Coning (Motorways and Dual Carriageways) The length of cone tapers will depend on the speed limit of the road but as a minimum, the distance in Figure 2 should be used (for each closed lane), with one police vehicle in each closed lane, where possible. The object of the exercise is to cause traffic to change lanes gradually before reaching the obstruction. If the taper is too severe, further collisions could occur through vehicles being forced into the path of traffic using adjoining lanes Always cone a complete lane, never part of a lane Never make an island with the cones, i.e. do not isolate yourself between two lanes of live traffic Coning should start at the point of the taper. In stationary traffic it may be necessary to work back from the police car clearing the coned area of vehicles in the process Where it is available, it is preferable to leave the hard shoulder open to allow the emergency services access into the scene Only the rearmost police vehicle in each lane closed should display full emergency rear facing lighting. Crews should consider the purpose of this vulnerable police car and view it as a ‘line of defence’. When parking in the ‘fend off’, the police car must be angled in the same direction as the cone taper Use direction arrow signs to reinforce the cones If available, additional lighting should be considered particularly in reduced visibility. Note - those emitting an intermittent blue light must be placed at least 450 mms above the road surface The excessive and inappropriate use of emergency warning lights at the scene of an incident can have an adverse effect on traffic. Specifics regarding the use of emergency lighting will be determined by the type of carriageway involved. This will be discussed later in your Road Policing ‘Locus Protection’ Moodle Package. When placing cones officers should ensure a lateral safety clearance between the edge of the working space and that part of the carriageway being used by traffic. For roads with a speed limit of 50 miles per hour or above this clearance should be a minimum of 1.2 metres. Below 50 miles per hour the clearance should be a minimum of 0.5 metres 7 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision When cones, lamps and signs etc. are being set out, it is essential that all persons involved should wear high visibility garments. The operation should be performed facing oncoming traffic and any available footway or verge should be used when collecting or transporting equipment on foot All other vehicles at the incident must stop ahead of the rearmost police vehicles. They will be parked in line with upper and lower red flashing lights only when delineating the closed area otherwise all emergency lights should be turned off, if fitted The police vehicle should be placed at the relevant minimum distance from the obstruction based on the speed limit of the road, see figure 2. The police vehicle should be positioned in such a way as to give maximum warning to approaching traffic Officers should assess the location and be prepared to extend the distances to maximise their visibility if sight lines (horizontal or vertical) are restricted The removal of signs and cones at the conclusion of an incident can also be a time of vulnerability for officers and extreme care must be taken. Once it has been confirmed that the carriageway is unobstructed and safe for traffic the signs and cones should be removed in a linear operation, working from the incident towards the advance warning signs. Officers should work facing oncoming traffic and within the coned area as far as practicable. The advance warning signs should be removed as soon as practicable in order not to mislead drivers 8 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 2 - Speed Dependent Distance Speed Stopping Cone from Police Limit Distance rear of Police Vehicle Vehicle from scene 30mph 75 ft = 23 m 50 m 15 m See Figures 3 & 4 40mph 120 ft = 36 m 100 m 50 m See Figures 5 & 6 50mph 175 ft = 53 m 100 m 50 m See Figures 7 & 8 60mph 240 ft = 73 m 100 m 50 m See Figures 7 & 8 70mph 315 ft = 96 m 100 m 50 m See Figures 7 & 8 Figure 3 shows a typical single lane closure on a dual carriageway subject to a speed limit in excess of 50 miles per hour. Distances are a minimum and should always take into account the sight lines of approaching vehicles Whenever possible signs should be placed to give a clear view of at least 100 metres to the first sign On single carriageway roads warning signs should be placed on both approaches to the scene Note:- Be aware that in bad weather (e.g. strong winds, heavy rain etc.) equipment may move and cause obstruction/hazard on a live carriageway. In such cases alternatives, such as closing the road, may be appropriate. 9 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 3 10 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 4 11 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 5 12 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 6 13 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 7 14 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 8 In addition two further Police Slow signs are to be placed at 900m 15 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Figure 9 gives an example of coning on a stretch of road where advanced visibility is restricted due to a bend. In this case, effective communication between officers is vital in the operation of traffic control. Additional resources would be necessary to effectively manage the scene and deal with the incident. Figure 9 16 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision E - Examine Scene After providing sufficient advance warning, the scene should be examined to determine whether further assistance is required. Requests for additional assistance should be made via the ACR and radio contact must be maintained at all times. Normally, the first officer at the scene acts as the communication link, and liaises with partner agencies to prevent duplicating requests. In examining the scene, the mnemonic METHANE (See Major Incidents lesson in Unit 7) should be used to consider the key points systematically. This assessment should be repeated at regular intervals when new information becomes available. The following should be considered when deciding what further actions need to be taken:- The likelihood of further collisions. What caused the original collision and have steps been taken to mitigate that danger? The extent of the obstruction of both carriageways and the possible impact on traffic flows The need for carriageway closures The need for further police and partner agency resources The possibility of hazardous materials being involved The numbers and severity of casualties The presence and likelihood of fire and the need for special equipment carried by the Fire and Rescue Service The visibility and road surface conditions at the scene The need for equipment to remove disabled vehicles The attendance of expert collision investigators The need to inform the media and public 17 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision C - Casualties Police patrols will normally be first on the scene of any incident. The scene must be protected with advance warning to make the environment safer before any attempt at first aid is made. An early check should be made to ensure that all casualties have been located. Consideration should be given to using other resources, e.g. an air support unit or police search dog units to assist in the search for casualties or any deceased. Details of casualties should be obtained before they are removed from the scene where possible. If the injuries are considered life threatening or life changing, it may be necessary to deploy a Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) and a Road Death/Serious Injury Investigation Log should be started. A - Ambulance, Fire Other Emergency Services The cooperation of all emergency services and other partners is required to maintain free passage to and from the scene, and to keep traffic moving at a safe speed. In a multi-agency response that requires police attendance, coordination and scene management rests with the police. They must inform the other partners of any special road conditions at the scene at the earliest opportunity. All services must share information relevant to the safety of personnel at the scene and the command of the incident. R - Remove Obstructions The police are responsible for securing evidence at the scene of an incident on the road. No vehicle should be removed from the scene until the SIO is satisfied. The recovery operator should be contacted as soon as possible to allow them to plan a suitable response. Considerations:- Staff should not manually handle vehicles unless there is a risk to life ACRs should use authorised, nominated recovery operators Staff outside of vehicles (see C - Caution signs) 18 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision D - Detailed Investigation Detailed investigation is the system of investigating and reporting collisions within the Force. When involved in investigations of serious collisions Road Policing will lead the investigation. Activity 1 A1 List some factors that could contribute to causing a road collision. 19 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Direction and Control of Traffic and Pedestrians When dealing with any road collision you may be asked to take over traffic control and or pedestrian control. Sections 35, 37 and 163 of the Road Traffic Act, 1988 gives Constables specific powers to regulate and control pedestrian and vehicle movement. Section 35 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 Where a Constable is for the time being engaged in the regulation of traffic in a road, a person driving or propelling a vehicle who neglects or refuses:- to stop the vehicle, or to make it proceed in, or keep to, a particular line of traffic. When directed to do so by the Constable in the execution of his duty is guilty of an offence. The Constable should be in uniform, only in extreme circumstances and only for as long as necessary would an officer carry out this role without being in uniform and wearing a reflective jacket. Section 37 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 Where a Constable in uniform is for the time being engaged in the regulation of vehicular traffic in a road, a person on foot who proceeds across or along the carriageway in contravention of a direction to stop given by the Constable in the execution of his duty, either to persons on foot or to persons on foot and other traffic, is guilty of an offence. Section 163 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 This section creates an offence for any person driving a mechanically propelled vehicle or riding on a cycle, to fail to stop when so required by a Constable in uniform. It would appear that there are similarities between sections 35 and 163 of the Road Traffic Act, 1988 but in essence they are different. Section 35 only when engaged in traffic regulation Section 163 anywhere when in uniform 20 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Feedback 1 F1 Did you consider any of the following? 1. Driver fatigue 2. Carelessness or recklessness of driver 3. Wrong course or position 4. Drive under influence of drink or drugs 5. Vehicle defects 6. Adverse weather conditions 7. Unfamiliar with location 8. Speeding 9. Animal running onto road 10. Pedestrian walking onto road 21 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Activity 2 A2 Answer the following questions 1. What equipment should you check at the start of your shift? 2. Upon arriving at a road traffic collision what is the first thing you should do? 3. On arrival at the scene of a road traffic collision, you identify that one of the drivers has sustained serious head injuries, what should you do? 4. Whilst directing traffic at the scene of a road traffic collision, a member of the public tries to cycle past you towards the locus, what legal power do you have? 22 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Feedback 2 F2 1. Check personal and vehicle safety equipment 2. Assess the situation 3. Only provide first aid in extreme circumstances, confirm that ambulance personnel are attending, ensure that Road Policing Officers are aware and ensure that the locus is protected 4. Sec. 163 Road Traffic Act 1988 creates an offence for someone riding a cycle to fail to stop when required to do so by a Constable in uniform Road Policing & Trunk Roads Policing Division Road Policing officers proactively patrol the roads network, respond to emergency incidents, assume the role of investigating officer at serious and fatal road collisions and support local policing at other major events on the roads. In the event of a serious or fatal collision, a Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) will be appointed to oversee the police investigation. This will include arranging for the vehicles to be examined and the appointment of collision investigators to analyse the scene and provide expert witness evidence as to the cause. 23 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Appendix A Safety Alert – Electric / Hybrid Vehicles. Background Due to the growth in the use of electric and hybrid vehicles (E&HVs) Officers attending RTCs are increasingly likely to come across them having been involved in a collision. This alert is to advise Officers of the different hazards they may be exposed to when working around these vehicles compared with standard petrol or diesel vehicles and the additional precautions required. The voltages present in E&HVs are much higher than those used in standard petrol or diesel vehicles, usually 400V but up to 650V direct current compared to 12/24. This significant difference means that even in dry conditions, accidental contact with parts that are live can be fatal. If the batteries used to produce these voltages are damaged they can be a significant hazard from the toxic fumes that can be produced and subsequent explosion. PPE FFP3 Masks MUST be worn at the scene of an electric vehicle fire/explosion. They will NOT work for fumes/gases but they will remove any other contaminants from air breathed in. Types of vehicle Hybrid Vehicles Hybrid vehicles are powered using both a standard engine and an electric motor powered by a high voltage battery pack which can be housed in a steel box and is usually located in the rear of the vehicle. Hybrid vehicles can be identified by signage but there is no industry standard for this and any marking may be dislodged or damaged during an RTA so any vehicle should be treated as if it is some type of alternative-fuelled vehicle until a positive identification can be made one way or another. Electric Vehicles Pure electric vehicles have two battery systems. The 12V battery on the EV is a standard direct current battery and is located in the motor compartment at the front of the vehicle. The other is normally a 24 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery which is High Voltage (400 volts) and is encased in steel and mounted underneath the vehicle. EVs can normally be distinguished by external features, including charging flaps located on the front of the vehicle, and the exclusion of an exhaust pipe at the rear. The vehicle dash and surrounding controls will look significantly different from conventional vehicles and will include charging light indicators, ready indicators, a selector lever in place of a gear stick and an electrical parking brake. N.B. most electric vehicles are badged indicating that they are EVs but badging can be removed or damaged and Tesla models are not badged (all Tesla models are electric) Hazards and Precautions The significant hazards presented to Officers by E&HVs are: Potentially fatal electric shock. (The high voltage system is designed to automatically shut down in a collision that activates the passive safety system) Fire (E&HVs fires may re-ignite spontaneously even after being extinguished) Exploding batteries. This can happen when the battery is damaged which includes penetration by missiles or projectiles e.g. either accidental discharge of firearms from inside vehicle or at armed incidents. Leakage of corrosive liquids and fumes from batteries or contact with soot from burnt batteries. High voltage battery packs are non-spill, sealed in plastic cases within a securely mounted metal case. These batteries will not normally leak following a collision but recorded incidents have occurred when damaged or faulty batteries have released a toxic gas which very quickly causes an explosion. N.B. Medical assistance must be contacted immediately if skin experiences tingling or burning after contact with batteries. Impact due to sudden movement. (an electric motor is silent and may remain powered even after the vehicle is shut off or disabled and can restart in an attempt to recharge the high voltage battery) EMF (Electro Magnetic Field) emission from EV batteries presents an immediate risk to persons fitted with medical devices such as insulin pumps or pacemakers and can cause eye damage. Car interiors are shielded from EMF but the underside is not so vehicles on their side or overturned should only be approached in a life threatening situation and only with great care. 25 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision The precautions to be taken by Officers attending RTCs are: Officers must be aware of the threat to EV batteries from penetration by projectiles such as firearm discharge or other missiles and wherever possible must not use EVs for hard cover during an armed incident they come across or asked to attend. If the vehicle cannot be identified as being neither electric nor hybrid and there is no life threatening situation advice should be sought from either the Vehicle Recovery Service or Scottish Fire and Rescue Service before approaching vehicle. Water or foam extinguishers should never be used on any vehicle fire N.B. the small extinguishers carried in Police Scotland vehicles are not sufficient to extinguish fires in EVs or guarantee that the fire will not re-ignite. Re-ignition can take place weeks after an initial incident and immersing damaged batteries in water does not guarantee that they will not re-ignite Under no circumstances should the 400V orange cables or the earth straps be cut. Note - cables may be hidden behind plastic protective panels/shields and may be yellow or blue It must never be assumed that the vehicle is turned off because it is silent. The smell from a damaged battery is similar to a permanent marker pen. This can be accompanied by hissing or popping sounds followed by a black cloud of smoke and finally a white cloud which is both toxic and explosive within a short time of appearing. Officers must be aware of these and retreat from the vehicle when any of these indicators appear and request immediate assistance from the SFRS if this has not already been requested. A safe distance from the potential explosion will vary e.g. in an enclosed space such as a garage or covered car park this may mean leaving the building or in the open air at least 15 -20m NEVER TOUCH ELECTRIC VEHICLES OR GRAB THEM WITH BOTH HANDS IF THERE IS ANY INDICATION OF DAMAGE AND THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF THEM STILL BEING LIVE After carrying out a dynamic risk assessment of the situation and assessing that it is SAFE TO DO SO without any contact with orange cables or connectors the following steps can be considered: 26 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Protect the area around the crashed vehicle (exclusion zone of 15-20m) Chock the wheels to prevent movement Shift the gear lever to neutral or place in park Apply the hand brake (lever, electric or auto park) Turn off and remove the ignition key. Note- The key or fob should be kept at least 2 metres from vehicle in case of proximity sensors Inspect pressurised gas tanks and pipes for damage. Severe injury can be caused by fluids leaking from high pressure bursts. Never take photographs near leaking gas. (Automatic valves will normally close when power is switched off) ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHEN NO OTHER ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE immobilise the vehicle by first disconnecting the 12V battery with the correct insulated tool (secure cables to prevent reconnection) and then disconnect the service plug from the high voltage battery. 27 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision For further information, use the resources shown below:- Legal Database:- Road Traffic Law - Road Traffic Act 1988 - Legislation - Part I & Part VII Moodle:- Locus Protection Intranet:- Road Policing S.O.P. Review: You can explain what police action should be taken at the scene of a road traffic collision You can describe the procedures involved in the protection of a Road Traffic Collision locus utilising police equipment You can list the offences relating to Sections 35, 37 and 163 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 28 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision Learning Log: How will what you have learned in this module impact your day-to- day role? Are there any skills or knowledge you would like to develop further following this module? End of Module 29 Road Policing OFFICIAL  OFFICIAL Unit 9 Lesson 8 Police Considerations at a Road Traffic Collision 30 Road Policing OFFICIAL