Often at the scene of an accident, adrenaline is racing and those involved are left fumbling at the scene, unsure of what to do next.

In the unfortunate event that you are ever involved in an accident, it is vital to be prepared ahead of time with a list of what you need to obtain so that you are able to quickly and efficiently wrap things up and make your way either home or to the nearest police station to report the incident.

Tips for anyone involved in an accident:

• Advice we give our clients is to remain as calm as possible and keep an open mind, even if emotions are raging. Be mindful of not accepting blame for the accident should you be uncertain as to who was fault.
• Ensure that your cellphone is always charged as this will greatly assist you in capturing all the important information at the scene.
• As soon as you have been able to stop your vehicle and catch your breath, contact your RRR broker immediately with your location so that we can assist you as soon as possible.
• Remember, the accident needs to be reported within 24 hours at a SAPS station and so we recommend reporting the incident straight after leaving the scene
• Remember, it is an offence, if you do not report the accident where there were damages to another person’s property.
• Never let anyone tow your vehicle without permission, make sure with your Insurer who you may use.

Here is our list of information to obtain at the scene of the accident:

• A photo of the other driver’s license. This will ensure that no incorrect information is obtained should the other drive call out incorrect licensing details
• Photo of the other party’s vehicle license disk
• Photo of other vehicle registration plate
• If horse and trailer, registration plates of trailer(s) as well
• Photo of any signage on the other vehicle
• Get name and contact detail of any eyewitness who has seen the incident
• Accident scene photos:
  • Photo of position of vehicles after the accident – showing both vehicles
  • Photo of area where accident occurred:
  • Any landmarks (traffic light/markers of distance/traffic signs)
  • Bend in the road prior to the accident/bushes obscuring the view of traffic etc
  • If visibility is limited due to smoke or rain/fog, get photo of weather conditions to proof limited visibility
  • Condition of the road and embankments next to the road
  • In case of the other party losing control due to a burst tyre, take photo of tyre
  • Notice buildings or areas where possible CCTV footage can obtain from

If you are uncertain about your current insurance policy, what it does or does not cover, or feel it’s time to review your insurances, please feel free to contact our team of personal brokers for a quote. Click here to chat to our expert team.

Safe travels!

RRR Team