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- the invention relates generally to personal safety equipment, and more specifically to means for storing critical information relating to a user thereof, such as medical information and emergency contact information.
- Neal discloses an emergency information system for a helmet, such as a bicycle helmet or motorcycle helmet including a sleeve having an open end and an information card for bearing medical and emergency contact information.
- the information card can be removably inserted into the sleeve through the open end.
- the sleeve can be affixed to an exterior surface of the helmet, such that the information card containing medical or emergency contact information can be stored on the exterior surface of a helmet.
- the sleeve also can include a decal bearing indicia indicating to first responders that the information card (containing important medical and emergency contact information) is present.
- FIG. 1 One example of such means is illustrated in FIG. 1 .
- the means shown in FIG. 1 comprises a pouch that is can be affixed to a motorcycle helmet (although similar pouches intended to be affixed to other types of helmets, such as hardhats, also are generally available) and an information form onto which medical and emergency contact information can be recorded.
- the pouch forms an interior space and an opening that allows access to the interior space from outside the pouch.
- the information form can be folded such that it can be inserted into the interior space of the pouch via the opening.
- a flap extends from the pouch near the opening and can be folded over and inserted into the opening, to close off the opening of the pouch. When the information form is folded and inserted in the interior space and the flap is folded over and inserted into the interior space, the flap serves as a closure mechanism enclosing the information form within the interior space.
- the pouch shown in FIG. 1 has an indicia printed on the outer half of the pouch (i.e., the portion that is not affixed to the helmet) informing first responders that medical and emergency contact information is contained within the pouch.
- the indicia also warn potential untrained first responders of the dangers of removing the helmet of an injured person in certain circumstances.
- the flap shown in FIG. 1 extends from the inner half of the pouch, that is, the half of the pouch that is affixed to the helmet. Therefore, to close off the opening of the pouch, the flap is folded outwardly, away from the helmet before being folded over and inserted into the opening. Flaps such as these have been known to unexpectedly and unintentionally open, particularly when the pouch is affixed to the helmet such that the opening and flap are towards the rear of the helmet. In such cases, as air flows over the surface of the helmet from the front of the helmet towards the rear, portions of the underside of the flap that are exposed may catch some of the air flowing over the helmet, which may cause the flap to be pulled out of the opening. When this happens, accidental loss of the information form contained in the pouch may result.
- the invention provides an information carrier comprising a pouch for storing critical information, such as medical information or emergency contact information that can be affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (e.g. a motorcycle).
- the pouch has a flap that can close the opening to the pouch by folding inwardly, toward the helmet or other item to which the pouch is affixed, and then being inserted into the opening.
- the invention provides an information carrier, comprising a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening.
- the invention provides a kit of parts, comprising a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening, and an information form for being removably held within the interior space.
- the invention provides a helmet comprising a protective head covering having an exterior surface, and a pouch having an inwardly facing exterior surface affixed to the exterior surface of the helmet, the pouch further having an outwardly facing exterior surface, an interior space, an opening thereto and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the exterior surface of the helmet and insertion into the opening.
- FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a means for storing medical and emergency contact information on a helmet that is known in the prior art.
- FIG. 2 is a front view of one embodiment of the medical information carrier of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is a rear view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 4 a is a front view of one embodiment of an information form, for use with the medical information carrier of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 b is a rear view of the embodiment of an information form shown in FIG. 4 a.
- FIG. 5 is a side view of the embodiment shown in FIG. 1 , shown mounted on a motorcycle helmet.
- FIGS. 2 and 3 show one embodiment of the information carrier 200 of the present invention.
- the carrier 200 has a pouch 210 , which forms an interior space 220 and an opening 230 , and a flap 240 .
- the pouch 210 is formed by adhereing a first, inwardly facing panel 212 and a second, outwardly facing panel 214 , arranged in opposing arrangement, along a portion of edge regions 213 , 215 thereof. Adhering the first and second panels 212 , 214 in this manner thus forms the interior space 220 in between the panels 212 , 214 , as well as the opening 230 which allows access to the interior space 220 from outside the pouch 210 .
- the panels 212 and 214 are made from vinyl or similar material, which makes the pouch 210 generally waterproof. This is useful, particularly when the pouch 210 is to be adhered to a helmet for use outdoors such as a motorcycle helmet.
- any suitable lightweight waterproof or water resistant material can be used to form the panels 212 , 214 , such as plastics or other alternatives known in the art.
- the panels 212 and 214 are of generally rectangular shape, with one of the two shorter sides being rounded, rather than straight.
- the first panel 212 has a length that is approximately twice the width, preferably 65.0 mm and 30.0 mm wide.
- the second panel 214 also has a length that is approximately twice the width, but is somewhat longer than the first panel 212 .
- the second panel 214 is 70.0 mm long and 30.0 mm wide.
- Such dimensions result in the formation of an interior space 220 having dimensions that substantially correspond with those of the first panel 212 , and an opening 230 being 30.0 mm across. Such dimensions are suitable for receiving and storing an information form.
- the panels 212 and 214 need not be rectangular, and can have other dimensions, so long as the pouch 210 , interior space 220 and opening 230 remain of a suitable size for both (a) mounting on a helmet or other personal safety equipment, and (b) receiving and storing an information form.
- the panels 212 , 214 are adhered to one another using any suitable method for joining vinyl to form a waterproof seal.
- the panels 212 and 214 can be joined in any other way such that an interior space 220 is formed (i.e., the seal between the panels 212 , 214 does not have to be waterproof).
- other methods for adhering the panels 212 , 214 may be appropriate when the panels 212 , 214 are of an alternative material other than vinyl.
- the outwardly facing second panel 214 has an inscription 216 printed on its exterior surface (i.e., the surface that is not within the internal space 220 ).
- the inscription 216 serves two main purposes. First, the inscription 216 informs first responders that critical information relating to the victim of the accident, such as medical information or emergency contact information, is located within the pouch 210 . Second, the inscription 216 warns first responders that may not have formal medical or first aid training about potentially dangerous courses of action. For example, when the information carrier 200 is affixed to a motorcycle helmet, the inscription 216 comprises a warning that removal of the helmet from the victim may, under certain circumstances, result in paralysis.
- the inscription 216 also may contain other information appropriate to the specific application in which the information carrier 200 is being used. As well, the inscription 216 may contain information in a format other than written language.
- the inscription 216 may comprise a scannable code, such as a QR code or a bar code of any kind (either single dimension or multi-dimensions), that can be scanned by a mobile device of a first responder and direct the mobile device to display pertinent medical or emergency contact information (or both).
- the information carrier 200 also comprises adhesive means 218 for affixing the information carrier 200 to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (for example, a motorcycle).
- Adhesive means 218 comprises a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive, commonly known in the art as “PSA”, applied to the outer surface of the inwardly facing first panel 212 (i.e., the surface not contained within the interior surface 220 ).
- PSA layer 218 covers substantially all of the outer surface of the inwardly facing first panel 212 , although the PSA layer 218 can be of reduced area.
- a sheet of release paper 219 is applied over the PSA layer to preserve the PSA layer until the information carrier 200 is to be affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (for example, a motorcycle).
- the release paper 219 is 79.0 mm long, and 42.7 mm wide, although any dimensions suitable for covering the entirety of the PSA layer 218 are acceptable.
- the adhesive means 218 can comprise any suitable alternative to a PSA layer that can effectively hold the information carrier 200 to the article or equipment to which the information carrier 200 is to be affixed.
- the adhesive means 218 can comprise a piece of VelcroTM designed to adhere to a corresponding piece of VelcroTM affixed to the article or equipment to which the information carrier 200 is to be affixed.
- VelcroTM designed to adhere to a corresponding piece of VelcroTM affixed to the article or equipment to which the information carrier 200 is to be affixed.
- the information carrier 200 further comprises a flap 240 for selectively closing the opening 230 to the interior space 220 .
- the flap 240 is an integral piece of the outwardly facing second panel 214 that extends in the plane formed by the second panel 214 from the edge region of the second panel 214 that is adjacent to the opening 230 .
- the flap 240 has a length of 20.0 mm.
- the width of flap 240 is 30.0 mm at the second panel 214 , and tapers slightly along the length of the flap 240 .
- the intended function of the flap 240 is to be folded over towards the opening 230 and inserted into the opening 230 to selectively close the opening 230 .
- a fold line 242 is provided between the flap 240 and the remainder of the second panel 214 .
- the fold line 242 comprises a linear region in which the vinyl material that forms both the second panel 214 and the flap 240 is thinner than in the remainder of the flap 240 and second panel 214 .
- the fold line 242 extends across the entire width of the flap 240 and second panel. The fold line 242 facilitates easier pivoting or folding of the flap 240 relative to the panel 214 , about the axis formed by the fold line 242 .
- the flap 240 can be formed in alternative ways.
- the flap 240 can simply be an extension of the second panel 214 , and does not need to be demarcated with a fold line such as fold line 242 (so long as the material from which the second panel 214 and flap 240 is made is foldable).
- the flap 240 does not need to be an integral part of the second panel 214 .
- the flap 240 can be a separate piece of material pivotally attached to the second panel 214 proximate the opening 230 such that the flap 240 can be folded over and inserted into the opening 230 to close the opening 230 .
- Flap 240 can be made of any suitable material from which the first and second panels 212 , 214 can be made, and can be of any dimensions such that the flap can be inserted into the opening 230 to close the substantially opening 230 .
- an information form 410 is provided for insertion into the interior space 220 via the opening 230 , and for having critical information regarding the user of the information carrier 200 recorded thereon.
- Information form 410 is made from synthetic paper, which is both tear resistant and waterproof.
- Information form 410 has a length of 117.5 mm and a width of 44.5 mm. While information form 410 cannot be directly inserted into the interior space 220 , information form 410 can easily be folded to occupy dimensions such that the information form 410 can be inserted into the interior space 220 via the opening 230 .
- FIG. 4 a shows a first side 420 of the information form 410 .
- Several fields are printed on the first side 420 of information form 410 . Each of these fields relates to medical information of the user of the information carrier 200 , and can be completed by the user by filling in the pertinent information by hand.
- the first side 420 of information form 410 contains the following fields: Medical/surgical history 421 ; Medications 422 ; Allergies 423 ; Misc. data 424 .
- FIG. 4 b shows a second side 430 of the information form 410 .
- Several fields are printed on the second side 430 relating to emergency contact information of the user of the information carrier 200 . These fields can be completed by the user by hand.
- the second side 430 of information from 410 contains the following fields:
- information form 410 can be made from any material suitable for writing thereon, or for otherwise printing information thereon.
- Information form 410 can be made of any suitable dimensions whereby the information printed thereon can be easily read, and the information form 410 can be inserted into the interior space 220 via the opening 230 .
- the information form 410 need not be made from a foldable material so long as information form 410 has dimension that allow it to be directly inserted into the interior space 220 via the opening 230 .
- the various fields on either side 420 , 430 of the information form 410 can be arranged in essentially any configuration, and can relate to any piece of information that may be deemed important.
- the information recorded on the information form 410 need not be recorded in written language.
- the information form 410 can contain a scannable code, such as a QR code or a bar code of any kind (either single dimension or multi-dimensions), that can be scanned by a mobile device of a first responder to direct the mobile device to display information relevant to the user of the information carrier 200 .
- the pouch 210 is first affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a motorcycle helmet as shown in FIG. 5 ), or equipment used by the user.
- the pouch 210 is affixed to the helmet by removing the release paper 219 from the PSA layer 218 and pressing the inwardly facing first panel 212 against the exterior surface of the helmet, thereby adhering the pouch to the helmet.
- the release paper 219 is then discarded.
- the pouch 210 can be adhered to the helmet such that the opening 230 is arranged toward the rear side of the helmet. It will be explained in greater detail below that such a configuration allows the flap 240 to be better retained within the opening 230 , thereby guarding against unintended opening of the flap 240 and opening 230 .
- the information form 410 is completed by the user, who provides all pertinent medical and emergency contact information in the fields provided.
- the information form 410 is then folded as necessary and inserted into the interior space 220 via the opening 230 .
- the flap 240 can be folded and inserted into the opening 230 to close off the opening 230 and retain the information form 410 within the pouch 210 during use of the helmet by the user.
- the flap 240 is folded inwardly, toward the outer surface of the helmet, rather than away from the outer surface of the helmet. The flap is then folded over and inserted into opening 230 , thereby closing off the opening 230 .
- flap 240 When flap 240 is folded over and inserted into opening 230 in this manner, air moving over the exterior surface of the helmet can more easily pass over the information carrier 200 , improving the aerodynamic performance of the helmet relative to a helmet having affixed thereto a means for storing information such as that shown in FIG. 1 .
- the information carrier 200 is positioned such that the flap 240 and opening 230 are positioned toward the rear of the helmet (as shown in FIG. 5 ) the flap 240 is less likely to be caught by the wind and inadvertently be withdrawn from the opening 230 since the force of the wind moving over the surface of the helmet will resist the pivotal movement of the flap 240 out of the opening 230 .
- first responders to the incident can see the information carrier 200 affixed to the helmet of the accident victim, as well as the inscription 216 .
- the inscription 216 directs first responders to the information form 410 contained within the pouch 210 .
- First responders can then remove the flap 240 from the opening 230 and retrieve the information form 410 from the interior space 220 of the pouch 210 , giving first responders access to critical information regarding the accident victim. Such information may not otherwise be available to the first responders if the accident victim is not able to communicate such information himself.
- the inscription 216 also directs first responders not to remove the helmet of the accident victim, since such removal may cause paralysis. First responders who are medically trained will know, by virtue of their training, when it is safe to disregard this warning and remove the helmet. On the other hand, first responders who are not medically trained will be inclined to heed the warning given by the inscription 216 and leave the helmet on the accident victim until skilled emergency responders arrive on scene.
- the dimensions of the information carrier 200 and its component parts may vary, and assume any size appropriate to perform the function described above.
- the information carrier 200 has been described as generally rectangular in shape, other shapes are possible.
- the pouch 210 can be a single integral piece of material forming an interior space 220 with an opening 230 , and having a flap extending from an outwardly facing portion of the pouch 210 , rather than being formed from two discreet panels adhered together.
- critical information can be encoded electronically and stored on a microchip, which is retained within the pouch 210 .
- Such information can be accessible via wireless devices used by first responders.
- Such information also can be accessible by physically removing the chip from the pouch 210 , and connecting the chip to a mobile electronic device.
- the information carrier 200 has been described as being affixed to a helmet during use, it should be understood that the information carrier 200 can alternatively be affixed to other articles of clothing worn by a user, such as a jacket. Furthermore, the information carrier 200 can alternatively be affixed to equipment being used by the user, such as a motorcycle being ridden by the user.
- the present invention should not be understood as being limited to use by riders of motorcycles.
- the information carrier 200 can be used by anyone who engages in activities wherein there is a risk of injury.
- the information carrier 200 can be used by bicycle riders, construction workers, firefighters, users of all-terrain vehicles, participants in contact sports or participants in other sports wherein there is a risk of injury (such as skiing, snowboarding, whitewater rafting or skydiving). Numerous other applications may be possible.
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An information carrier, comprising a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an 240 opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening.
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- The invention relates generally to personal safety equipment, and more specifically to means for storing critical information relating to a user thereof, such as medical information and emergency contact information.
- People who engage in activity in which there is an inherent risk of injury, such as riding a motorcycle, working in a hazardous workplace such as a construction site or participating in a full-contact sport, run the risk that they will be rendered unconscious or otherwise lose the ability to communicate in the event of injury. In such a case, emergency responders may not be able to access critical information that is required to assist the injured person, such as medical information or emergency contact information.
- It is therefore known in the art to provide means by which medical information and emergency contact information can be recorded and stored on one's person, in a conspicuous area such that it is easily discoverable by a first responder. One example of such means is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 7,401,365 granted to Neal et al. Neal discloses an emergency information system for a helmet, such as a bicycle helmet or motorcycle helmet including a sleeve having an open end and an information card for bearing medical and emergency contact information. The information card can be removably inserted into the sleeve through the open end. The sleeve can be affixed to an exterior surface of the helmet, such that the information card containing medical or emergency contact information can be stored on the exterior surface of a helmet. The sleeve also can include a decal bearing indicia indicating to first responders that the information card (containing important medical and emergency contact information) is present.
- Other similar examples of such means are generally available on the market. One example of such means is illustrated in
FIG. 1 . The means shown inFIG. 1 comprises a pouch that is can be affixed to a motorcycle helmet (although similar pouches intended to be affixed to other types of helmets, such as hardhats, also are generally available) and an information form onto which medical and emergency contact information can be recorded. The pouch forms an interior space and an opening that allows access to the interior space from outside the pouch. The information form can be folded such that it can be inserted into the interior space of the pouch via the opening. As well, a flap extends from the pouch near the opening and can be folded over and inserted into the opening, to close off the opening of the pouch. When the information form is folded and inserted in the interior space and the flap is folded over and inserted into the interior space, the flap serves as a closure mechanism enclosing the information form within the interior space. - The pouch shown in
FIG. 1 has an indicia printed on the outer half of the pouch (i.e., the portion that is not affixed to the helmet) informing first responders that medical and emergency contact information is contained within the pouch. The indicia also warn potential untrained first responders of the dangers of removing the helmet of an injured person in certain circumstances. - The flap shown in
FIG. 1 extends from the inner half of the pouch, that is, the half of the pouch that is affixed to the helmet. Therefore, to close off the opening of the pouch, the flap is folded outwardly, away from the helmet before being folded over and inserted into the opening. Flaps such as these have been known to unexpectedly and unintentionally open, particularly when the pouch is affixed to the helmet such that the opening and flap are towards the rear of the helmet. In such cases, as air flows over the surface of the helmet from the front of the helmet towards the rear, portions of the underside of the flap that are exposed may catch some of the air flowing over the helmet, which may cause the flap to be pulled out of the opening. When this happens, accidental loss of the information form contained in the pouch may result. - The invention provides an information carrier comprising a pouch for storing critical information, such as medical information or emergency contact information that can be affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (e.g. a motorcycle). The pouch has a flap that can close the opening to the pouch by folding inwardly, toward the helmet or other item to which the pouch is affixed, and then being inserted into the opening.
- According to one embodiment, the invention provides an information carrier, comprising a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening.
- According to another embodiment, the invention provides a kit of parts, comprising a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening, and an information form for being removably held within the interior space.
- According to another embodiment, the invention provides a helmet comprising a protective head covering having an exterior surface, and a pouch having an inwardly facing exterior surface affixed to the exterior surface of the helmet, the pouch further having an outwardly facing exterior surface, an interior space, an opening thereto and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the exterior surface of the helmet and insertion into the opening.
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FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a means for storing medical and emergency contact information on a helmet that is known in the prior art. -
FIG. 2 is a front view of one embodiment of the medical information carrier of the present invention. -
FIG. 3 is a rear view of the embodiment shown inFIG. 2 . -
FIG. 4 a is a front view of one embodiment of an information form, for use with the medical information carrier of the present invention. -
FIG. 4 b is a rear view of the embodiment of an information form shown inFIG. 4 a. -
FIG. 5 is a side view of the embodiment shown inFIG. 1 , shown mounted on a motorcycle helmet. -
FIGS. 2 and 3 show one embodiment of theinformation carrier 200 of the present invention. Thecarrier 200 has apouch 210, which forms aninterior space 220 and an opening 230, and aflap 240. - The
pouch 210 is formed by adhereing a first, inwardly facingpanel 212 and a second, outwardly facingpanel 214, arranged in opposing arrangement, along a portion ofedge regions second panels interior space 220 in between thepanels interior space 220 from outside thepouch 210. - The
panels pouch 210 generally waterproof. This is useful, particularly when thepouch 210 is to be adhered to a helmet for use outdoors such as a motorcycle helmet. However, any suitable lightweight waterproof or water resistant material can be used to form thepanels - The
panels first panel 212 has a length that is approximately twice the width, preferably 65.0 mm and 30.0 mm wide. Thesecond panel 214 also has a length that is approximately twice the width, but is somewhat longer than thefirst panel 212. Preferably, thesecond panel 214 is 70.0 mm long and 30.0 mm wide. Such dimensions result in the formation of aninterior space 220 having dimensions that substantially correspond with those of thefirst panel 212, and an opening 230 being 30.0 mm across. Such dimensions are suitable for receiving and storing an information form. However, thepanels pouch 210,interior space 220 and opening 230 remain of a suitable size for both (a) mounting on a helmet or other personal safety equipment, and (b) receiving and storing an information form. - The
panels panels interior space 220 is formed (i.e., the seal between thepanels panels panels - The outwardly facing
second panel 214 has aninscription 216 printed on its exterior surface (i.e., the surface that is not within the internal space 220). Theinscription 216 serves two main purposes. First, theinscription 216 informs first responders that critical information relating to the victim of the accident, such as medical information or emergency contact information, is located within thepouch 210. Second, theinscription 216 warns first responders that may not have formal medical or first aid training about potentially dangerous courses of action. For example, when theinformation carrier 200 is affixed to a motorcycle helmet, theinscription 216 comprises a warning that removal of the helmet from the victim may, under certain circumstances, result in paralysis. - The
inscription 216 also may contain other information appropriate to the specific application in which theinformation carrier 200 is being used. As well, theinscription 216 may contain information in a format other than written language. By way of example, theinscription 216 may comprise a scannable code, such as a QR code or a bar code of any kind (either single dimension or multi-dimensions), that can be scanned by a mobile device of a first responder and direct the mobile device to display pertinent medical or emergency contact information (or both). - The
information carrier 200 also comprises adhesive means 218 for affixing theinformation carrier 200 to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (for example, a motorcycle). Adhesive means 218 comprises a layer of pressure-sensitive adhesive, commonly known in the art as “PSA”, applied to the outer surface of the inwardly facing first panel 212 (i.e., the surface not contained within the interior surface 220). ThePSA layer 218 covers substantially all of the outer surface of the inwardly facingfirst panel 212, although thePSA layer 218 can be of reduced area. - A sheet of
release paper 219 is applied over the PSA layer to preserve the PSA layer until theinformation carrier 200 is to be affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a helmet or a jacket), or equipment used by the user (for example, a motorcycle). Therelease paper 219 is 79.0 mm long, and 42.7 mm wide, although any dimensions suitable for covering the entirety of thePSA layer 218 are acceptable. - It will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that the adhesive means 218 can comprise any suitable alternative to a PSA layer that can effectively hold the
information carrier 200 to the article or equipment to which theinformation carrier 200 is to be affixed. For example, the adhesive means 218 can comprise a piece of Velcro™ designed to adhere to a corresponding piece of Velcro™ affixed to the article or equipment to which theinformation carrier 200 is to be affixed. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that other examples are possible. - The
information carrier 200 further comprises aflap 240 for selectively closing theopening 230 to theinterior space 220. Theflap 240 is an integral piece of the outwardly facingsecond panel 214 that extends in the plane formed by thesecond panel 214 from the edge region of thesecond panel 214 that is adjacent to theopening 230. Theflap 240 has a length of 20.0 mm. The width offlap 240 is 30.0 mm at thesecond panel 214, and tapers slightly along the length of theflap 240. - The intended function of the
flap 240 is to be folded over towards theopening 230 and inserted into theopening 230 to selectively close theopening 230. To facilitate such folding, afold line 242 is provided between theflap 240 and the remainder of thesecond panel 214. Thefold line 242 comprises a linear region in which the vinyl material that forms both thesecond panel 214 and theflap 240 is thinner than in the remainder of theflap 240 andsecond panel 214. Thefold line 242 extends across the entire width of theflap 240 and second panel. Thefold line 242 facilitates easier pivoting or folding of theflap 240 relative to thepanel 214, about the axis formed by thefold line 242. - Those of skill in the art will appreciate that the
flap 240 can be formed in alternative ways. For example, theflap 240 can simply be an extension of thesecond panel 214, and does not need to be demarcated with a fold line such as fold line 242 (so long as the material from which thesecond panel 214 andflap 240 is made is foldable). By way of another example, theflap 240 does not need to be an integral part of thesecond panel 214. Rather, theflap 240 can be a separate piece of material pivotally attached to thesecond panel 214 proximate theopening 230 such that theflap 240 can be folded over and inserted into theopening 230 to close theopening 230.Flap 240 can be made of any suitable material from which the first andsecond panels opening 230 to close the substantially opening 230. - Referring now to
FIGS. 4 a and 4 b, aninformation form 410 is provided for insertion into theinterior space 220 via theopening 230, and for having critical information regarding the user of theinformation carrier 200 recorded thereon.Information form 410 is made from synthetic paper, which is both tear resistant and waterproof.Information form 410 has a length of 117.5 mm and a width of 44.5 mm. Whileinformation form 410 cannot be directly inserted into theinterior space 220,information form 410 can easily be folded to occupy dimensions such that theinformation form 410 can be inserted into theinterior space 220 via theopening 230. -
FIG. 4 a shows afirst side 420 of theinformation form 410. Several fields are printed on thefirst side 420 ofinformation form 410. Each of these fields relates to medical information of the user of theinformation carrier 200, and can be completed by the user by filling in the pertinent information by hand. Thefirst side 420 ofinformation form 410 contains the following fields: Medical/surgical history 421;Medications 422;Allergies 423; Misc.data 424. -
FIG. 4 b shows asecond side 430 of theinformation form 410. Several fields are printed on thesecond side 430 relating to emergency contact information of the user of theinformation carrier 200. These fields can be completed by the user by hand. Thesecond side 430 of information from 410 contains the following fields: - Address (Street) 431;
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City 432; -
State 433; -
ZIP 434; -
Country 435; - Date of
Birth 436; - Phone No. 437;
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Doctor 438; - Doctor's Phone No. 439;
- Today's
Date 440; - Emergency Contact #1
Name 441; - Emergency Contact #1
Phone Number 442; - Emergency Contact #1
Address 443; - Emergency Contact #2
Name 444; - Emergency Contact #2
Phone Number 445; - Emergency Contact #2
Address 446; and - Consent to Treat 447.
- It will be appreciated by those of skill in the art that
information form 410 can be made from any material suitable for writing thereon, or for otherwise printing information thereon.Information form 410 can be made of any suitable dimensions whereby the information printed thereon can be easily read, and theinformation form 410 can be inserted into theinterior space 220 via theopening 230. Theinformation form 410 need not be made from a foldable material so long asinformation form 410 has dimension that allow it to be directly inserted into theinterior space 220 via theopening 230. - It also will be appreciated by those of skill in the art that the various fields on either
side information form 410 can be arranged in essentially any configuration, and can relate to any piece of information that may be deemed important. As well, the information recorded on theinformation form 410 need not be recorded in written language. For example, theinformation form 410 can contain a scannable code, such as a QR code or a bar code of any kind (either single dimension or multi-dimensions), that can be scanned by a mobile device of a first responder to direct the mobile device to display information relevant to the user of theinformation carrier 200. - In use, the
pouch 210 is first affixed to an object such as an article worn by the user (for example, a motorcycle helmet as shown inFIG. 5 ), or equipment used by the user. Thepouch 210 is affixed to the helmet by removing therelease paper 219 from thePSA layer 218 and pressing the inwardly facingfirst panel 212 against the exterior surface of the helmet, thereby adhering the pouch to the helmet. Therelease paper 219 is then discarded. Although not required, thepouch 210 can be adhered to the helmet such that theopening 230 is arranged toward the rear side of the helmet. It will be explained in greater detail below that such a configuration allows theflap 240 to be better retained within theopening 230, thereby guarding against unintended opening of theflap 240 andopening 230. - The
information form 410 is completed by the user, who provides all pertinent medical and emergency contact information in the fields provided. Theinformation form 410 is then folded as necessary and inserted into theinterior space 220 via theopening 230. - Once the
information form 410 has been placed within theinterior space 220, theflap 240 can be folded and inserted into theopening 230 to close off theopening 230 and retain theinformation form 410 within thepouch 210 during use of the helmet by the user. To close off theopening 230, theflap 240 is folded inwardly, toward the outer surface of the helmet, rather than away from the outer surface of the helmet. The flap is then folded over and inserted intoopening 230, thereby closing off theopening 230. Whenflap 240 is folded over and inserted intoopening 230 in this manner, air moving over the exterior surface of the helmet can more easily pass over theinformation carrier 200, improving the aerodynamic performance of the helmet relative to a helmet having affixed thereto a means for storing information such as that shown inFIG. 1 . As well, when theinformation carrier 200 is positioned such that theflap 240 andopening 230 are positioned toward the rear of the helmet (as shown inFIG. 5 ) theflap 240 is less likely to be caught by the wind and inadvertently be withdrawn from theopening 230 since the force of the wind moving over the surface of the helmet will resist the pivotal movement of theflap 240 out of theopening 230. - In the event of an emergency such as a motorcycle accident, first responders to the incident can see the
information carrier 200 affixed to the helmet of the accident victim, as well as theinscription 216. Theinscription 216 directs first responders to theinformation form 410 contained within thepouch 210. First responders can then remove theflap 240 from theopening 230 and retrieve theinformation form 410 from theinterior space 220 of thepouch 210, giving first responders access to critical information regarding the accident victim. Such information may not otherwise be available to the first responders if the accident victim is not able to communicate such information himself. - The
inscription 216 also directs first responders not to remove the helmet of the accident victim, since such removal may cause paralysis. First responders who are medically trained will know, by virtue of their training, when it is safe to disregard this warning and remove the helmet. On the other hand, first responders who are not medically trained will be inclined to heed the warning given by theinscription 216 and leave the helmet on the accident victim until skilled emergency responders arrive on scene. - It should be understood by those having ordinary skill in the art that the foregoing describes one embodiment of the present invention only, and that other embodiments are possible. For example, the dimensions of the
information carrier 200 and its component parts may vary, and assume any size appropriate to perform the function described above. As well, while theinformation carrier 200 has been described as generally rectangular in shape, other shapes are possible. - Furthermore, the particular assembly method described above may be varied. For example, the
pouch 210 can be a single integral piece of material forming aninterior space 220 with anopening 230, and having a flap extending from an outwardly facing portion of thepouch 210, rather than being formed from two discreet panels adhered together. - As well, the manner in which critical information is recorded and stored in the
information carrier 200 also can be varied. By way of example, critical information can be encoded electronically and stored on a microchip, which is retained within thepouch 210. Such information can be accessible via wireless devices used by first responders. Such information also can be accessible by physically removing the chip from thepouch 210, and connecting the chip to a mobile electronic device. - While the
information carrier 200 has been described as being affixed to a helmet during use, it should be understood that theinformation carrier 200 can alternatively be affixed to other articles of clothing worn by a user, such as a jacket. Furthermore, theinformation carrier 200 can alternatively be affixed to equipment being used by the user, such as a motorcycle being ridden by the user. - The present invention should not be understood as being limited to use by riders of motorcycles. The
information carrier 200 can be used by anyone who engages in activities wherein there is a risk of injury. By way of example, theinformation carrier 200 can be used by bicycle riders, construction workers, firefighters, users of all-terrain vehicles, participants in contact sports or participants in other sports wherein there is a risk of injury (such as skiing, snowboarding, whitewater rafting or skydiving). Numerous other applications may be possible. - It should further be understood by those having ordinary skill in the art that certain adaptations and modifications of the described embodiments can be made (other than those explicitly described above), consistent with and without departing from the present disclosure. Unless otherwise indicated, the embodiments described in the disclosure shall be understood to be non-exclusive of each other such that any embodiment can include different features of other embodiments. Therefore, the above discussed embodiments are considered to be illustrative and not restrictive. Other embodiments consistent with the present disclosure will become apparent from consideration of the specification and the practice of the present disclosure taught and suggested herein. Accordingly, the specification and the embodiments disclosed therein are to be considered exemplary only, with the true scope and spirit of the present disclosure being identified in the following claims.
Claims (8)
1. An information carrier, comprising
a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto;
adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object; and
a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening.
2. The information carrier of claim 1 , further comprising an information form removably retained within the interior space.
3. The information carrier of claim 1 , wherein the pouch comprises an inwardly facing panel and an outwardly facing panel, and the flap is integrally formed with the pouch and extends from the outwardly facing panel proximate the opening.
4. A kit of parts, comprising:
a pouch having an inwardly-facing first exterior surface and an outwardly-facing second exterior surface, the pouch forming interior space and an opening thereto, adhesive means for affixing the first exterior surface to an object, and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the first exterior surface and insertion into the opening; and
an information form for being removably held within the interior space.
5. The kit of parts of claim 4 , wherein the pouch comprises an inwardly facing panel and an outwardly facing panel, and the flap is integrally formed with the pouch and extends from the outwardly facing panel proximate the opening.
6. A helmet comprising:
a protective head covering having an exterior surface; and
a pouch having an inwardly facing exterior surface affixed to the exterior surface of the helmet, the pouch further having an outwardly facing exterior surface, an interior space, an opening thereto and a flap pivotally attached to the second exterior surface proximate the opening, for pivoting toward the exterior surface of the helmet and insertion into the opening.
7. The helmet of claim 6 , further comprising an information form removably retained within the interior space.
8. The helmet of claim 6 , wherein the pouch comprises an inwardly facing panel and an outwardly facing panel, and the flap is integrally formed with the pouch and extends from the outwardly facing panel proximate the opening.
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