Accident Reporting

In the Event of an Incident or Accident

In the event that you witness an incident or accident involving a club member, please follow the steps below:

Ensure Safety First

Move yourself and others out of harm’s way, particularly if the incident occurred on a road or in traffic. Do not attempt to move the casualty.
Make the scene as safe as possible by alerting oncoming traffic if necessary (e.g., by waving or positioning bikes to warn drivers).

Assess the Situation

Quickly evaluate the severity of the incident. Is anyone unconscious? Bleeding? Responsive?
Is there a suspected head, neck, or spinal injury?

Concussion: The Invisible Danger

Be aware of a possible concussion injury to the head, even if there is no physical evidence of trauma to the head.
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head, face, neck or body that causes rapid head movement. Loss of consciousness is NOT required.
If concussion is suspected, remove the rider from the ride/training immediately. Do not allow return to cycling the same day. When in doubt, sit them out. If a neck/spinal injury is suspected, follow spinal injury procedures. Seek medical attention.
Signs & Symptoms (mild concussion):
- Pressure in head, blurred vision, sensitivity to light/sound, mood changes, balance issues, feeling “in a fog”.
- For suspected mild concussion (without red flags), the UK guidance recommends contacting NHS 111 or a GP as soon as possible.
Signs & Symptoms (severe concussion):
- Red flags – worsening headache, repeated vomiting, seizure, loss of consciousness, limb weakness/tingling, increasing confusion, verbal or behavioural repetition, double vision, neck pain.
- If red flags are present, call 999 immediately.

Call Emergency Services

Dial 999 if there are serious injuries or if there’s any doubt (especially around suspected concussion). Do not delay this step.
Be prepared to give clear information: location (road name, postcode, or GPS), number of people involved, and nature of the injuries.

Provide First Aid

If you are trained in first aid, provide assistance within your capabilities.
If you are not trained, ask others nearby (club members or members of the public) if they can assist.
Do not move the injured person unless there is an immediate danger (e.g., traffic or fire).

Identify the Injured Rider

Try to determine their identity: name, gender, clothing, bike model/colour.
Look for any medical alert bracelet/necklace or medical ID stored on their phone (accessible via the lock screen on most smartphones).
Ask those who were riding near them if they know the person.

Notify a Club Committee Member

Contact the club Chairman and/or our Welfare Officer via phone, text, or WhatsApp as soon as reasonably possible or ask another member to do so. If they are uncontactable or unreachable, then contact any other member of the club committee (in no particular order).
Use email only as a last resort if you cannot reach anyone immediately.
Provide basic details of the incident: who was involved, what happened, location, and what steps have been taken. If they have been taken to hospital, provide the name of where they are being taken.

Manage Belongings and Bicycle

If the member is taken to hospital or unable to continue riding, arrangements may need to be made for their bicycle/kit.
A fellow club member may need to ride or transport it, or secure it until further help arrives.
If the rider is cleared by medical personnel but unable to continue on their own, help them make arrangements to get home.
Identify someone willing to travel home with them if support is required.

Support and Documentation

Take note of any witnesses or contact details in case follow-up is required.
If possible, take photos of the scene (safely and respectfully).
Be prepared to provide a written account if required later by the club or emergency services.
Offer support to other members who may be distressed by the incident.

NOTE: Your calm and clear actions can make a significant difference in a stressful moment. This list is not exhaustive — use your judgment and prioritise the safety and well-being of all involved.

If in doubt, always err on the side of caution and call emergency services.

London Dynamo organises yearly First Aid training courses specifically for cyclists, and would highly recommend our members being First-Aid trained.

DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: London Dynamo accepts no responsibility or liability for any accidents, injuries, losses, or incidents that may occur during club-organised activities, rides, or events. All participants take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety and actions at all times.