AED Program Design and Implementation

Establishing a successful Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program involves much more than just purchasing a device. It requires careful planning, understanding legal regulations, and establishing clear maintenance protocols to ensure readiness in an emergency. This text-based course guides you through the entire lifecycle of AED implementation, from initial site assessment to ongoing program management. You will gain the knowledge needed to design a safe, compliant, and highly visible emergency response plan for any organization. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational mechanics of AEDs and how they integrate into sudden cardiac arrest response protocols. - Analyze legal requirements, local regulations, and Good Samaritan laws to ensure full organizational compliance. - Conduct a thorough site assessment to determine optimal AED placement, quantity, and accessibility. - Establish a robust maintenance and inspection schedule using modern tracking methods to ensure device readiness. - Develop clear written emergency response plans and coordinate effective training pathways for your team. The course begins with essential terminology and the physiological basics of cardiac arrest before walking you through deployment strategies, legal frameworks, and long-term program maintenance. This program is designed for workplace safety coordinators, facility managers, human resource professionals, and anyone tasked with implementing an organizational safety program, with no prior medical background required. Prepare your organization to save lives by building a structured, compliant AED program today.