ICE Alert – System training manual Phase 2 – (2013 onwards)

1

ANYWHERE

Phase 2 sponsors - Rotary clubs in the Plymouth area Drake, Ivybridge, Mayflower, Plymouth and Tavistock

Purpose of ICE Alert

Provide – An Information retrieval system for medical first responders to help protect lives ANYWHERE

(at home, in public, overseas) and to facilitate greater patient mobility and peace of mind for carers

1) Fulfil an urgent need – to provide a universal patient information retrieval system for use by vulnerable adults ANYWHERE, that no other service club or commercial organisation has fulfilled in a single unified system ICE Pack;

2) Target future developments (Phase 3) towards all vulnerable patient groups – including the hard to reach groups;

3) Bring together all Stakeholders and UK service clubs to explore together future improvements, in a shared Phase 3 project for targeting a re-launch in 2015-16

Long range plan - Mission statement

2

Target - Phase 2 Vulnerable Patient groups

Help vulnerable adults who are frail or with pre-diagnosed medical conditions ANYWHERE at home,

in public or abroad on vacation

Typical suffers of debilitating medical conditions

• Diabetes

• Heart & circulation

• Asthma

• Epilepsy

• Kidney Failure

• Anaphylaxis reactions

• Alzheimer’s

• Stoke

• Organ transplant or with implants

• Anti-coagulants

• Taking strong medication

• Other relevant emergency conditions.........

(if in doubt consult your GP or Pharmacist) 3

Firstly, read this Instruction leaflet carefully before starting to use the ICE Pack.

Check ICE Pack contents and any sign of damage. Replace if needed.

I x ICE User instruction leaflet (A6) 2 x ICE Sheets (A6) 1 x ICE band (adult wrist band) 3 x ICE Surface wallets (A7 - S/Adhesive back) 1 x ICE Pocket wallet (A7 - clear re-sealable) 2 x ICE Warning labels (50x75mm) 1 x ICE Warning label -Look in (50x75mm)

4

5

6

Sources of information are likely to be in your home, filed away.

If you do not have all the information contact your GP or Pharmacist.

Good advice for filling out your ICE

Sheet is below.

7

NEED HELP Contact a FAMILY member, a FRIENDS, a NEIGHBOUR or CARER or typically one of the following organisations

IMPORTANT Protect yourself and your information at all times by;

8

Complete every section relevant ONLY to you, use a separate sheet/wallet for anyone else accompanying you or in your place of residence.

UPDATE - immediately if your information changes particularly MEDICATION

IMPORTANT to update with changes immediately

9

COMPLETE BOTH sections fully on this page – Authorisation and Identification, without this first responders could not confirm the sheet belongs to you.

IMPORTANT to attach a

photograph

IMPORTANT to sign for

authorisation

10

Fold the finished A6 ICE sheet in half, along the red dotted line to A7 size, ensuring to make the fold flat by using a blunt tool (i.e. the back of a spoon).

Place the ICE Sheet into the open end of the ICE Surface Wallet and slide it inside, with either of the two faces (depending on usage) upwards through the clear plastic

A7 Wallet (74x105 mm) OR

11

Remove the smallest strip of self adhesive backing paper attached to the opening flap.

Fold over the sticky flap until it seals on the wallet (free of release paper).

Peel the whole of the backing paper off, being careful not to accidently stick it to anything – particularly your fingers or clothing.

Sealing the ICE Sheet into the Surface Wallet (with a self adhesive backing)

12

Guidance on applications for Surface mounted Wallets

OPTION A – Entrance door

Carefully position and attach the sticky side to the inside entrance door on the vertical frame at eye level in clear view.

NO OTHER labelling required as the Medical first responder will see it and rip it off on his way into the property, to gain access to the ICE Sheet information.

Property entrance door 13

Guidance on applications for Surface mounted Wallets OPTION B Refrigerator

Place the vertical structure Wallet at the back of the refrigerator door above the bottles of milk, in full view to recover by ripping it off.

Primary Signpost Place a warning label on the inside of the property entrance door and if necessary on a second entrance at the rear if widely used

Secondary Signpost In the Kitchen to show which door the refrigerator is behind

14

Guidance on applications for self adhesive backed Surface mounted Wallets

Secondary Signpost ICE Warning Label (on Wall unit outside door)

Primary Signpost ICE Warning Label (Look in) inside entrance door with a yellow strip to write on the ICE Sheet location (use permanent pen

OPTION C - Kitchen units OPTION C

Surface Wallets attached to the inside or the Wall unit door

First responder can rip off Wallet to access ICE Sheet

15

OPTION D – Outside of the HOME (e.g. Vehicle storage and Travel Case)

Position and attach the sticky side to the inside

of the Suit case cover

Primary Signpost ICE Warning Label attached to the outside of the suitcase or label tag

NO OTHER labelling required as the Medical first responder will see it and rip it off.

Guidance on applications for self adhesive backed Surface mounted Wallets

16

ICE Pack SIGNPOSTS

ICE Warning label ICE Warning label (look in)

ICE Sheet integral labels

ICE Alert logo Phases 1 and 3

ICE Alert logo Phase 2 (only)

Printed ICE Band

Moulded & embossed ICE Band

(All labels have a fold and crack backing to remove) 17

Other SIGNPOSTS open to users that will ALERT first responders when in the public domain in addition to the ICE Band

Mobile phone Screen savers

Uniform Sleeve badges

Vehicle Tax & disability disc holders Key fob badges

Clothing printing

Name badges

18

ICE Alert use in Public – SIGNPOSTING can be innovative (must be in clear view for first responders)

ICE Warning labels attached to mobility aids

Walking sticks Walking frames (Rolators) Mobility scooters

ICE Bands can also be attached to other equipment used by service users

19

Guidance on storage and use of ICE Sheets in grip sealed Pocket wallets

Wear the ICE Band on the wrist at all times in public. It can be worn at home as well, some service users leave it on even whilst sleeping, showering and bathing. If any swelling or irritation persists seek medical help.

Carry an ICE Sheet at all times in public. Place the ICE sheet folded in half from A6 to A7, into the ICE Pocket wallet and seal it. It is optional to write your name on the wallet, particularly if a partner is travelling with you and also has an ICE Sheet.

The Pocket wallets can be stored in many places typically a coat hand bag, a glove compartment of a vehicle, or suitcase

20

Guidance on use of ICE Alert in conjunction with other ICE products Service users already using another ICE product e.g. Lions message MiaB can still use elements of the ICE Alert Packs, for use in public (see the example a secure sheltered independent living residence below)

Separate apartments on entering the secure building

Attach the ICE Alert or MiaB Warning label to the entrance door

Options – Fridge or Wall Unit

21

The Emergency Services can be called from any land line or mobile phone in any

country in Europe on 112 including the UK

(also used in many countries outside the EU)

When travelling outside the UK on holiday or on business please

remember this telephone number ; it could save some ones life including yours , a family member, or a friend

22