Being Safe Means Wearing Identification.According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA, often pronounced "nit-suh") is an agency of the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government, part of the Department of Transportation. , over 122,000 people were injured by automobiles while running, walking, or cycling in the U.S. during 1998. Another 5,570 were killed. Others fell victim to accidents such as heart attacks, chronic fatigue, blackouts, or concussions. Chances are, only a small percent of these individuals were carrying identification. Imagine the confusion at accident scenes and hospitals as people scrambled to determine the names of victims. At home, unnotified family members worried. "Accidents happen... when they do, personal identification can prevent a serious delay in treatment or save a life." Most runners, walkers, and cyclists don't carry ID for two reasons: they just haven't thought about it; or, carrying a wallet or driver's license Noun 1. driver's license - a license authorizing the bearer to drive a motor vehicle driver's licence, driving licence, driving license license, permit, licence - a legal document giving official permission to do something is too awkward. Before production, Medal Logics surveyed an estimated 200 local runners and joggers - stopping them during exercise routines. About 10 had an ID. Most said they didn't carry an ID because they hadn't thought of it. To address this problem, Medal Logics is increasing public awareness through publicity. For problem two, they have developed an identity medal that is fashioned after a military dog tag dog tag n. 1. A metal identification disk attached to a dog's collar. 2. A metal identification tag worn on a chain around the neck by members of the armed forces. Noun 1. . Laser engraved en·grave tr.v. en·graved, en·grav·ing, en·graves 1. To carve, cut, or etch into a material: engraved the champion's name on the trophy. 2. , it provides space for all critical information. The medal, in plated or polished stainless steel stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. or sterling silver, comes with a 24-inch beaded chain. Laser-engraved images on the front and back usually include a name, address, phone number, and blood type. Some people also list allergies, medical conditions See carpal tunnel syndrome, computer vision syndrome, dry eyes and deep vein thrombosis. , or organ-donation requests. Another market for Medal Logics are children who go to camps each year. One owner said, "the premise behind wearing an Identity Medal is similar to that of a seatbelt or bicycle helmet: we don't wear seatbelts or strap on helmets because we assume we are going to get into an accident - we do it just in case. Our mission is to get people to realize that they should wear identification - just in case." |
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