Whether out running or just out at the shops, carrying ICE and relevant health data is a key way we can help First Aiders (including our Run Leaders or Coaches ) and the emergency services in the rare event of a medical incident.
ICE data allows nominated people to be phoned in the event of a serious incident, and your health data may help Emergency Services deal with your specific medical needs much faster.
There are many ways ICE and Health data can be kept with you so it’s available if ever needed. Lymm Runners asks ALL runners to wear a visible ICE band or tag. In addition, we recommend utilising as many ways as possible to ensure this information is always available.
ICE bands and tags
Available from Parkrun
Bands – simple bands, flat bands, ultra bands ( £14 from https://shop.parkrun.com/products/parkrun-wristband )
Tags can be attached to shoes, bags or key rings ( £4.50 from https://shop.parkrun.com/collections/cards-tags )
Other suppliers
Shoe tags ( various suppliers – for example https://www.pettags.co.uk/products/red-shoe-tag )
Specific products are available for certain conditions ( https://theidbandco.com/for-sports/ )
Homemade – its possible to make your own ICE tags if you have access to a laminator
Emergency data on smartphones
Great backup if you’ve forgotton your ICE band/tag
All smartphones allow the storage of ICE contacts and health data that can be easily accessed from the lock screen of your phone ( It can also help someone contact you if your phone is lost )
