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Sheffield City Council confirmed its health and safety team is assisting with the investigation.
Councillor Joe Otten said: "Firstly, our thoughts are with Adam's family, friends and teammates at this very sad and difficult time.
"Our health and safety team is helping South Yorkshire Police with their investigation and will assist wherever necessary."
Neck guards mandatory
Following Johnson's death, the English Ice Hockey Association (EIHA) - which oversees all levels of ice hockey in the England below the Elite League - has issued safety advice to all members regarding the use of neck guards.
BBC Sport understands Johnson was not wearing a neck guard.
The EIHA said it was "unacceptable" for any player to lose their life while playing ice hockey.
With immediate effect, it has issued a "strong recommendation" that all players at all levels across English ice hockey use an approved neck guard.
The advice is in place until the start of 2024, when it will become a mandatory requirement.
The EIHA also said it would undertake a player safety equipment review, considering all aspects of player safety equipment including - but not limited to - the use of helmets, gumshields and facial protection.
Compulsory guards are already in place in the likes of Finland and Sweden, while Germany's top flight, the Deutsche Eishockey Liga, is also reportedly considering their introduction for the new season.
National Ice Hockey League (NIHL) team Oxford City Stars - which have former Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech on their roster - have already announced their players must wear neck guards at all times on the ice.