How can I help if I see an Accident occurring?
While at work or travelling, you may inadvertently become a witness to an accident occurring. It is entirely normal to feel like you must do something to assist others in need. If you wish to render assistance, you should keep in mind the following steps.
If you believe that the injuries sustained are likely to be severe, do not hesitate to call the emergency ambulance hotline number 995.
To avoid possible doctoring of the accident location and to help investigators to visualize the accident scene, it is recommended that you take photos and videos of the accident location as soon as possible.
If you are concerned that your employer may check your phone and discover the photos and videos you have taken, you may visit http://0065.sg (a project run by our partners at FindWitness) and use the website applications to take the said photos and videos. The photos and videos you capture will be stored on the website’s servers and will not be discovered on your phone.
When taking photos and videos, aim for a wide variety of shots and angles. A slow pan across the accident scene is ideal. This will enable investigators to see more of the accident location and identify details relevant to your claim.
If the parties involved in the accident are not seriously injured, you should inform the victims that you witnessed the accident and try to exchange the following information:
- Full Name
- NRIC/FIN Numbers
- Contact Numbers
- Residential Address
- Insurer Details and reference numbers.
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