UPON ARRIVING AT THE SCENE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH PORTABLE
Check "Download Document" at the top of this file for an alternate format or obtain a printed copy of the document.Īdditional support personnel should be requested, if necessary, such as facilities engineers (for fire trucks powerline repair road repair water pipe repair and portable lighting), signal personnel (for telephone repair or photography), medical personnel (for ambulance, special medical equipment), and civilian police personnel within their jurisdiction. All other spectators or unnecessary persons should be cleared from the accident area.Įditor's note: This graphic is not viewable in HTML format. Military personnel at the scene may be temporarily used to help control traffic or perform other duties, if necessary. Rerouting vehicles around the accident scene is the most common procedure used. Under certain conditions it may be necessary to establish control procedures prior to aiding the injured, to prevent further injury. If additional MP support is necessary, it should be requested.
Traffic control is essential at an accident scene to prevent further accidents or injury. Any classified documents found at the scene should be safeguarded and reported to the unit or nearest military intelligence officer. In case of accidents involving fatalities or felonies, the desk sergeant should be notified to alert the duty CID special agent. Personal property of accident victims must be protected. Final determination of death is made by a doctor.Īfter caring for the injured, the scene should be secured to protect property and preserve evidence. The position of all victims should be noted for report purposes and, if on the road, the positions outlined in chalk. Severely injured persons should not be moved, except to preserve their safety. The investigators should determine the extent of injuries, if any, to accident victims render first aid and request medical assistance, if necessary. During day or night emergency lights should be on to warn approaching motorists of the hazard. At night it should be parked so the headlights illuminate the entire scene. If necessary, it may, however, be used as a roadblock. The MP vehicle should not cause further traffic congestion. The following steps should be taken upon arrival at the scene of an accident. Whether or not additional support is proceeding to the scene, such as wrecker, ambulance, or additional Military Police patrols.īy obtaining such information prior to arrival at the scene, the investigators may more quickly and efficiently respond to the needs of the situation. General information as to seriousness of the accident-injuries, hit and run, amount of traffic congestion, etc. While enroute to the scene, the patrol should obtain as much preliminary information as possible concerning the accident. He should also be on the lookout for any suspicious or damaged vehicles fleeing the general area. While enroute, the MP should maintain contact with the Military Police desk. Speed limits apply to all vehicles, including emergency vehicles, and should not be exceeded unless local policy permits, and the situation warrants such action. Safety, however, should be emphasized at all times. Prompt arrival at the scene of an accident is essential. It includes initial steps, arrival at the accident scene, securing facts, actions after securing facts and special considerations. This chapter discusses the methods used in investigating traffic accidents. They must conduct their investigation in an orderly and efficient manner. To be most effective, Military Police investigators at an accident scene must be organized.
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