CHP Emergency Response 3

Question 1

At a multi-vehicle traffic collision on a California freeway, what is the FIRST action a CHP officer should take upon arrival?

Accepted Answer

Size up the scene for hazards before approaching

Answer

A scene size-up to identify hazards such as fire, fuel leaks, downed power lines, or oncoming traffic is always the first step upon arrival at any collision.

Question 2

Under California's "Move Over" law, what must drivers do when approaching a stopped emergency vehicle with activated lights?

Accepted Answer

Move one lane away or slow to a safe speed if unable to move over

Answer

California Vehicle Code Section 21809 requires drivers to move one lane away from the stopped emergency vehicle or, if not possible, slow to a reasonable and prudent speed.

Question 3

When establishing a traffic break on a freeway, a CHP officer should weave the patrol vehicle across lanes at approximately what speed?

Accepted Answer

15–20 mph

Answer

A traffic break is conducted at 15–20 mph to safely slow and stop following traffic while the hazard ahead is addressed.

Question 4

At a major injury collision, a CHP officer determines one victim is trapped and unresponsive. Which resource should be requested?

Accepted Answer

Fire department with extrication equipment and paramedics

Answer

An unresponsive trapped victim requires both fire department extrication capability and paramedics to provide immediate medical care upon release.

Question 5

During a traffic incident, a CHP officer notices a strong smell of natural gas near a vehicle. The officer should immediately:

Accepted Answer

Move all persons upwind and away from the area and notify the gas company

Answer

A natural gas smell requires immediate evacuation of everyone to an upwind location and notification of the utility company and fire department.

(CHP) California Highway Patrol Practice Test

(CHP) California Highway Patrol Practice Test

CHP Emergency Response 3