Final answer:
At an accident scene without a CB radio, the first step is to notify authorities, ensuring they are aware of the situation so they can provide professional assistance. Next, if possible, secure the area and assist the injured after ensuring your own safety.
Step-by-step explanation:
Responding to an Accident Scene
If you come across an accident scene and don't have a CB radio to communicate with emergency responders, the first thing you should do is notify authorities. This is crucial as they are trained to rescue victims from accident sites and provide necessary first aid and medical assistance. Although the instinct may be to immediately rush to help, professionals trained in handling such situations should be summoned first. Once authorities are notified, ensuring the safety of the area to avoid additional accidents is important (only if you can do this safely without endangering yourself or others), followed by offering assistance to the injured if you are qualified to administer first aid.
Remember that in rescue operations, professionals such as firefighters or paramedics would assess fires and situations and report back to their superiors for further instructions. If you find yourself in a situation where someone needs help, and you can safely do so, provide assistance and check for the bystander effect, making sure responsible action is taken instead of assuming someone else will help.