If you witness a traffic accident or are involved in one, what is the correct order of action according to the PAS rule?

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The PAS rule establishes an unalterable order of priority to ensure safety and effective aid: Protect (P): First, ensure self-protection and secure the area (vest, hazard lights, signaling) to prevent a secondary accident. Alert (A): Once the area is protected, call emergency services (112). Succour/Help (S): Only when the area is safe and the alert has been given should you attend to the victims. Skipping the 'Protect' step puts your life at risk (you could be run over) and that of others. Merely calling without securing the zone is insufficient.

If you witness a traffic accident or are involved in one, what is the correct order of action according to the PAS rule?

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