You are driving on the highway and see an overturned tanker. A fluid is spilling from the tanker rapidly covering the ground around the driver's door. The driver appears to be unresponsive. The only marking on the tanker seems to be the name of the tanker company and hazard symbol. Your initial action should be:
a. try not to step in the liquid while pulling the driver away from the truck.
b. have someone call 911 and assess the driver's ABCDs.
c. remain at a safe distance while calling 911 for assistance.
d. cover your mouth and nose so that you don't breathe any fumes while you rescue the driver.
Answer: c
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