Florida State AED Law: Requirements, Training, and Compliance

Guidelines for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Use:

Physician Oversight

Currently, there is no legislation requiring physician involvement in AED programs.

CPR/AED Training

It is recommended that anyone using an AED should complete appropriate training. This includes taking a CPR course or a basic first aid course that covers CPR and AED usage. Trainees should also demonstrate their ability to use the AED effectively.

EMS Registration

If you own or manage an AED, it is encouraged to register the device with your local emergency medical services (EMS) director. This ensures authorities are aware of the AED’s location in case of emergencies.

Regular Maintenance

AEDs must be tested and maintained regularly according to a proper schedule to ensure they are functional and ready for use in emergencies.

Reporting Use

If an AED is used to assist someone in cardiac arrest, you must immediately activate the emergency medical services (EMS) system to get professional help on the way as quickly as possible.

AED Legislation

Laws / Legislation
Reference	Date	Summary
House Bill No. 7011	2020	Amends law requiring AEDs on the school grounds of Florida High School Athletic Association
FL Stat § 1003.453	2018	CPR instruction, if voluntarily provided to students beginning in grade 6 (encouraged but not mandated), must be based on a “nationally recognized program” using evidence-based guidelines.
FL Stat § 768.1326	2013	Outlines AED requirements for buildings owned or leased by the state.
FL Stat § 258.0165	2012	Outlines AED requirements for state parks.
FL Stat § 429.255	2012	Outlines AED requirements for assisted living facilities.
FL Stat § 1006.165	2011	Outlines AED requirements for public schools.
FL Stat § 401.2915	2011	It is the intent of the Legislature that an AED may be used by any person for the purpose of saving the life of another person in cardiac arrest. In order to achieve that goal, the Legislature intends to encourage training in lifesaving first aid and set standards for and encourage the use of AEDs.
FL Admin Code § 64J-1.023	2008	Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED.
FL Admin Code § 64B5-17.015	2004	As part of the minimum standard of care, every dental office location shall be required to have an AED by February 28, 2006. Any dentist practicing after February 28, 2006, without an AED on site shall be considered to be practicing below the minimum standard of care.
FL Stat § 64B5-17.015	2004	Outlines AED requirements for dental offices.