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Pennsylvania State AED Law

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Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use: Physician: Entities purchasing an automated external defibrillator must have physician approval for AED purchase. State EMS office recommends use of a physician medical director. CPR/AED Training: Expected AED users shall complete training in the use of an AED provided by the American National Red Cross or the American […]

Ohio State AED Law

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Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use: Physician: Must consult with a physician regarding compliance with the requirements. CPR/AED Training: A person who possesses an automated external defibrillator shall encourage expected users to successfully complete a course in automated external defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation that is offered or approved by the American heart association or […]

New Mexico State AED Law

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Summary of Requirements. Physician: A person who acquires an automated external defibrillator shall ensure that a physician medical director oversees all aspects of the automated external defibrillator program, including training, emergency medical services coordination, protocol approval, automated external defibrillator deployment strategies and other program requirements, and that the physician medical director provides overall quality assurance […]

Alabama State AED Law

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Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use: Maintenance program. The AED must be maintained and tested according to the manufacturer’s operational guidelines. Laws / Legislation Reference Date Summary 420 AAC § 5-4-.04 2015 Outlines the AED requirements for an assisted living facility:(a) An assisted living facility shall be staffed at all times by at least […]

Oregon State AED Law

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Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use: Physician automated external defibrillator prescription required. A sufficient number of employees must receive training in the use of an automated external defibrillator so that at least one trained employee may be reasonably expected to be present at the public setting during regular business hours. The AED must be […]

Indiana State AED Law

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Requirements for AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use:1 EMS Notification. A person or entity in possession of a defibrillator shall notify the ambulance service provider that serves the area where the person or entity is located;  or emergency medical services commission of the acquisition and location of the defibrillator. 2 Maintenance  Program A person or entity […]

AEDs for Schools: Why Schools Need AEDs

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When considering the protection of students, staff, and visitors in school environments, equipping campuses with automated external defibrillators (AEDs) is both a crucial life-safety measure and a smart risk-management strategy. In fact, research shows that schools with AEDs on site can achieve survival rates of around 70 percent for students suffering sudden cardiac arrest, more […]

Refurbished AED vs New AED: Evidence-Based Cost and Survival Rates

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Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) have transformed emergency response to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in public spaces, workplaces, and healthcare settings. While the life-saving importance of AEDs is undisputed, organizations and individuals often face a crucial purchasing decision: should they invest in new AEDs or opt for refurbished units? This decision carries both financial and clinical […]

AED in Aviation: Data-Driven Insights on Passenger Survival Rates

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Air travel has become an essential part of modern life, with millions of passengers flying daily across the globe. While aviation remains one of the safest modes of transportation, medical emergencies do occur mid-flight — and sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is among the most critical. According to data published by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, […]

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