A card that logs motorcyclists’ details, produced by Hornsby Shire Council, is now being rolled out across New South Wales.
The rollout of the motorcycle CRASH Card has been highly successful, with the first 10,000 already being distributed.
The small card is carried in the helmet of riders, providing vital information to emergency services at the scene of a motorcycle accident.
It has been produced by Hornsby Shire Council, inspired by a similar initiative in the United Kingdom, and is supported by NSW Ambulance, NSW Police Force and Fire & Rescue NSW.
“Council’s staff are always on the lookout for new initiatives that will help our community and they don’t get much better than this,” Hornsby Shire Mayor Steve Russell said.
“Of course, this doesn’t just benefit local residents but offers great value for motorcycle riders throughout New South Wales.”
Another 39,000 cards have now been printed, with significant improvements based on feedback from riders and medical professionals.
The updated card is now smaller in size, with a plastic sleeve to protect it from moisture, while riders are asked if they are a registered organ donor.
“Perhaps the greatest signal of the initiative’s success has been the number of motorcycle clubs that have contacted Council looking for cards to share among their members,” Mayor Russell said.
“Meanwhile, Tasmania’s Government contacted us and is keen to roll a similar card out across their state, so we’ve shared all our files and artwork with them.”
