About the card

One side of the card has the mnemonic CRASH to guide you if you arrive at the scene of a collision. It follows a similar set of questions universally used by ambulance service control centres and focuses on safety, the location of the accident and how serious it is – take time to read it. The person making the emergency call is the most important person at the scene because the information they give determines the response of the emergency services.

If on the other hand, you’re the injured party, the other side of the card will tell the emergency services who you are, what medication you take or your medical history. This could be vital information that the emergency call centre might need.

Carry the card in the lining of your helmet, or alternatively, inside your bike jacket or wallet because that is where the ambulance crew will look for it. Remember – removing a crash helmet is a skill that takes two people and is practised by ambulance personnel. never remove a rider’s helmet unless you have been properly trained to do it – you could do more harm than good.