Ireland Driver Theory Test (Car, Category B)
Incidents and emergencies: practice questions
Our Ireland Driver Theory Test bank has 16 questions on this topic. Here are 3 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.
Question 1
You are involved in a collision. What must you do first?
- Drive to the nearest Garda station
- Leave if your car is undamaged
- Move the cars before checking for injuries
- Stop and stay at the scene for a reasonable time
Show the answer
D. Stop and stay at the scene for a reasonable time — If you are involved in an incident you must stop and remain at the scene for a reasonable time, and offer help to anyone injured.
Question 2
After a collision with no Garda present, who must you give your name, address and insurance details to?
- Any person involved in the crash, or an independent witness if asked
- Only your own insurer
- Only the owner of the other car, by post within 30 days
- No one; only a Garda may ask
Show the answer
A. Any person involved in the crash, or an independent witness if asked — If there is no Garda at the scene, give the information to anyone involved in the crash or, if requested, to an independent witness.
Question 3
When should you move an injured person at a crash scene?
- Only if there is a risk of fire or overturning
- Whenever they ask for water
- Always, to get them off the road
- Only after giving them a drink
Show the answer
A. Only if there is a risk of fire or overturning — Don't move an injured person unless there is a risk of fire or of the vehicle turning over. Keep them warm and don't give food or drink.