CRASH card goes capital!
Monday, 21 February, 2011
The Ambulance Motorcycle Club is celebrating after taking the ever-popular CRASH card for motorcyclists into London.
With the endorsement of London Ambulance Service and sponsorship from Open House Products, the free cards are now available to bikers across the capital so they can make a note of any personal and medical information and keep it in their helmet. Bikers then wear a green dot on the helmet so that if they are involved in an accident, ambulance staff treating them can quickly identify any pre-existing medical conditions, as well as other important personal information.
The card was the first of its kind anywhere when first introduced in Essex in 2009 and backed by the East of England Ambulance Service, and was launched on at London Ace Cafe on the North Circular, Brent in January. LAS motorcycle paramedic Richard Webb-Stevens said: "By using the CRASH card, motorcyclists are giving themselves the best chance of getting the help they need as quickly as possible if they are involved in an accident.
"Our staff have the skills and training to begin treating a complex range of injuries straight away, and the information contained on the CRASH card can only lead to better care for patients. We encourage every biker to get one."
EEAST Essex based paramedic and club chairman Ian Burrell said: ""The card enjoyed a very successful pilot in Essex in May 2009 and for the past 18 months has gained national and international interest as more and more bikers and public bodies get on board this simple but effective approach to casualty reduction."
London Ambulance Service staff also handed cards at the London Motorcycle Show earlier this month. Visit www.ambulancemotorcycleclub.150m.com for more information and to learn about becoming a member.
