Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have revolutionized emergency response, particularly in cases of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). These portable devices are designed to deliver an electric shock to the heart, restoring its normal rhythm. Despite their life-saving potential, myths and misconceptions surrounding AEDs persist, potentially deterring people from using them effectively in critical situations. In this […]

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can strike without warning, even in people who appear perfectly healthy. It is one of the leading causes of unexpected deaths worldwide, and the chances of survival decrease by about 7–10% for every minute without defibrillation. Because emergency responders may take several minutes to arrive—especially in residential areas—having an Automated External […]

Summary of Requirements CPR/AED Training Each individual who operates an automated external defibrillator must successfully complete an educational training course and refresher training as required by the EMS Board. EMS Notification A facility must be registered with the closest jurisdictional emergency medical services operational program. Maintenance program The defibrillator must be maintained, operated, and tested […]

Summary of Requirements Physician A licensed physician shall supervise the defibrillation program, including personnel training, local emergency medical services coordination, protocol approval, automated external defibrillator deployment strategies, and an equipment maintenance plan and records. CPR/AED Training All operators of the automated external defibrillator shall be required to receive and successfully complete training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation […]

Summary of Requirements Physician Must consider recommendations of a licensed physician in establishing the training, notification, and maintenance requirements of this subsection. CPR/AED Training Every individual expected to use the AED must receive American heart association or American red cross training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator use or an equivalent nationally recognized course […]

A defibrillator AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is one of the most essential life-saving devices used during sudden cardiac arrest. Designed for fast, simple, and effective use, an AED can restore a normal heart rhythm with an electric shock when the heart unexpectedly stops beating properly. Because sudden cardiac arrest can occur anywhere—homes, workplaces, sports facilities, […]

Police officers are often the first to arrive at emergency scenes, including medical incidents that require immediate intervention. Sudden cardiac arrest remains a leading cause of unexpected death, and global estimates show that over 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur annually, with survival depending heavily on the first few minutes. Since police often reach victims before […]

Cardiac arrest can strike without warning, even among young people. According to global health estimates, sudden cardiac arrest affects approximately 1 in 50,000 children annually, and survival chances decrease by 7–10% for every minute that passes without defibrillation. Because schools are hubs of activity for students, staff, and communities, having an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) […]

Summary of Requirements Physician A person or entity that acquires an automated external defibrillator shall enter into an agreement with a physician who shall oversee the aspects of public access to defibrillation. EMS Notification Each trained responder USER who uses an automated external defibrillator on a person in sudden cardiac arrest must call telephone number […]

Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use: Physician Must involve a physician to authorize in writing AED placement and compliance with the requirements for AED training, notification of placement and use, and Maintenance. CPR/AED Training:  Expected defibrillator users should receive appropriate training in an American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or other nationally recognized cardiopulmonary […]