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Originally Posted by jambutty
If a person is in a burning car and it looks like they might have damaged their neck or back would you leave them to burn or get them out and risk further damage?
Obviously you get them out and hope for the best unless the fire is a small one and you have the means of extinguishing it.
One of the first lessons that are taught in First Aid is not to move the person unless you are SURE that in doing so you will not cause further injuries or their life is in danger if they are to be left where they are.
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As a certified Lancashire Ambulance First Aider the first thing you do is not to put yourself in danger or else there could be two casualties.
So if a person is in a burning car you have to decide if you will be putting yourself at risk by getting them out.