Ohio State AED Law

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 another nationally recognized organization.

EMS Notification:

A person who possesses an automated external defibrillator may notify an emergency medical services organization of the location of the Defibrillator.

Maintenance program:

Must maintain and test the defibrillator according to the manufacturer’s guidelines;

Notification of Use:

An emergency medical services system shall be activated as soon as possible.

Laws / Legislation
Reference	Date	Summary
OH Rev Code § 3313.6023	2016	Outlines a comprehensive plan for training, certification, and credentialing of cardiac care providers in the use of AEDs.
OH Rev Code § 3313.6021	2016	Beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, each school operated by a school district which offers grades nine to twelve shall provide instruction in CPR and the use of an AED. All persons employed by a school district shall receive training in the use of an automated external defibrillator in accordance with that section.
OH Rev Code § 3314.16	2004	Grants Good Samaritan protection for UNTRAINED users.
OH Rev Code § 3313.717	2004	Outlines AED requirements for schools.
OH Rev Code § 3701.85	2001	Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED.