What is the first priority if an accident occurs?

• A. Record the scene
• B. Help the injured
• C. Notify coastal authorities
• D. Assess financial damages

Answer: (B)

In an accident, saving lives takes precedence. The immediate priority is to help the injured—assessing who needs urgent care, providing appropriate first aid, and summoning medical help right away. Stabilizing people and preventing deterioration is the crucial first step, because delaying medical attention can be life-threatening.

Tasks like recording the scene, notifying coastal authorities, or assessing financial damages are important for the larger incident response, but they should come after life-saving actions and ensuring the scene is safe. Once the injured are stabilized and danger is minimized, you can document what happened and handle the administrative steps.