Every year in the UK, thousands of people die or are seriously
injured in accidents. Many of these deaths could be prevented if
first aid is given at the scene of the accident before emergency
services arrive. What to do If someone is injured in an
accident: - First check that you and the casualty are not in any
danger. If you are, make the situation safe. - When it's safe to
do so, dial 999 or 112 for an ambulance, if necessary. - Carry
out basic first aid. Read more information about what to do
after an accident. If someone is unconscious and breathing If a
person is unconscious but is breathing and has no other life-
threatening conditions, they should be placed in the recovery
position. If someone is unconscious and not breathing If a
person is not breathing normally after an accident, call for an
ambulance and then, if you can, start CPR straight away. Read
more about CPR, including instructions and a video on hands-only
CPR. First aid courses The information on these pages gives some
guidance on common f