What to do in the event of an accident

NOTE: This information does not replace the need for a claim form but will assist you complete the form when required to do so

Particulars of the Accident
• Date and time of the accident:
• Condition of road:
• Your position on road:
• Speed of your vehicle immediately before accident:

Particulars of Third Party vehicle involved or other property damaged
• Name and address of the Owner:
• Name and address of the Driver:
• Make:
• Model:
• Reg No:
• Colour:
• Details of third party insurers (if known):
• Sketch: (If possible make a sketch of the scene with vehicles, road layout etc or take photographs for future reference):

Names and addresses of witnesses
• Independent:
• Passengers: (State if injuries sustained by any such person, and, if so the nature thereof)
• Injured Persons: Give name(s) and addresses of any injured persons (other than occupants of your car)
• Nature of injuries:

People are more important than property, so your first priority should be to check whether anyone is injured and look after them, call for medical help if necessary.

Always stop if you are involved in an accident and...
• Make a note of names and addresses of witnesses
• Names and addresses of any injured persons
• Particulars of accident
• Particulars of third party vehicles
• Make a sketch of the accident scene
• Get third party insurance details
• Whatever the circumstances, please do not accept liability for the accident at this stage