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Major incident declaration — DipIMC MCQ

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A paramedic arrives first at a motorway coach crash with around 40 casualties, fire service extricating trapped passengers and more injured people walking on the hard shoulder. Ambulance control is asking for a first situation report. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: E — Send a METHANE report and declare a major incident

Early structured information allows command, control and resource mobilisation. METHANE communicates major incident declared, exact location, type, hazards, access, number/severity and emergency services. Treating one patient first may delay the system response needed for many casualties.

Reference: MIMMS; JESIP Joint Doctrine