You are a car accident participant. How should you behave when there is clothing burning on a person?

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knowledge of rescue operations

Explanation

Correct answer: Push the person to the ground and put out the fire by covering them with a jacket, blanket or a coat.

If a casualty's clothing is on fire, they should be immediately knocked to the ground and the fire extinguished by cutting off the oxygen supply – for example, by covering them with a blanket or thick clothing. A car fire extinguisher must not be used directly on a person, as this can cause frostbite and additional chemical injuries. Swift action is crucial to minimise the extent of the burns.

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