New York AED State Law

New York requires AED programs to follow rules for maintenance, training, medical oversight, device placement reporting, and post-event reporting. Good Samaritan immunity in New York only applies to AED use, leaving other program-related activities unprotected. The law’s vague wording creates uncertainty about the scope of conduct covered. AEDs are required in various locations, such as specific health clubs, schools, large public spaces, government buildings, bathing beaches, and dental offices.
Requirements Summary

Requirements Summary

Physician

A licensed physician must be involved to ensure AED programs follow all rules and regulations.

CPR/AED Training

(a) Public building managers should recruit or assign employees, in line with labor laws and agreements, to operate AEDs. Ideally, there should be at least two trained operators per AED or two per floor in multi-story buildings. These operators must work near AEDs to meet the required response time.

(b) Operators must complete CPR and AED training and renew their certification regularly to stay qualified.

EMS Notification

Organizations with AEDs must inform the regional EMS council about the device’s type, location, and availability.

Maintenance Program

Organizations must maintain and test AEDs according to manufacturer guidelines and government standards. Every AED use must be reported to an emergency healthcare provider. Additional requirements apply for AED programs in New York City.

Notification of Use

Whenever an AED is used on a patient, it must be immediately reported to local EMS, the emergency communications center, or the vehicle dispatch center, as well as the emergency healthcare provider.

Laws and Legislation

Reference	Date	Summary
NY Codes Rules and Reg Art 12-C §220 – 228-C	2020	An act to amend the general business law, and require Automated External Defibrillators at trampoline parks.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 8 NYCRR 61.10	2017	Outlines AED requirements for dental offices.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.9	2017	After the initial installation, a replacement schedule which considers the useful life of the AED units shall be developed by the State agency. The replacement schedule should be updated periodically.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.8	2017	Provides steps that are to be followed by the AED coordinator upon responding to an emergency cardiac event.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.7	2017	Outlines the responsibilities that are required to obtain an AED.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.6	2017	Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.5	2017	Outlines responsibilities of AED coordinators and State Agencies.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.4	2017	Outlines a comprehensive plan for training, certification, and credentialing of cardiac care providers in the use of AEDs.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.3	2017	Subject to the phased-in implementation of AEDs, each State agency shall endeavor to have sufficient AEDs available at each of its public buildings to ensure ready access for use during emergencies.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.2	2017	Outlines a comprehensive plan for training, certification, and credentialing of cardiac care providers in the use of AEDs.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.1	2017	Defines: Automated External Defibrillator, Public Building, State Agency, Collaborative Agreement, Emergency Health Care Provider, Regional Emergency Medical Services Council, and Commissioner.
NY Codes Rules and Reg § 9 NYCRR 303.0	2017	Provides the purpose of installation regulations.
NY Education Law § 917	2017	Outlines AED requirements for school districts.
NY Public Health Law § 225	2016	Outlines AED requirements for places of public assembly and swimming facilities.
NY Public Buildings Law § 140	2015	Outlines AED requirements for buildings of the state.
NY Education Law § 6611	2014	Outlines AED requirements for dental offices.
NY Public Health Law § 3000-b	2014	Good Samaritan protection for UNTRAINED users.
NY Education Law § 804-d	2013	Instructions regarding the correct use of an AED shall be included as a part of the health education curriculum in all senior high schools.
SO4485	2011	Requires all health clubs to have an AED and a CPR/AED certified employee on staff during business hours.
SO2923	2011	Requires all dental offices to have an AED on site and all dentists shall hold current CPR certification.
SR 827	2011	A bill that encourages school districts to provide training for athletic coaches on AED use.
AB 8741	2011	Amends immunity protection to include businesses, entities, partnerships, corporations, or societies.
NY Gen Business Law § 621 – a	2010	Outlines AED requirements for health clubs.
NY Gen Business Law § 621	2010	Defines: Contract for Services, Health Club, Secretary, Seller, Buyer, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and Automated External Defibrillator.