What is the process for putting one in a public building?
AEDs are FDA Class III Medical Devices so their sale and distribution are monitored. The Public Access to Early Defibrillator Programs Act requires the following: • Each program member that expects to use AEDs must successfully complete a training course in CPR and AED use offered by the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or an equivalent state or nationally-recognized organization. Successful completion must be certified by the organization that conducted the training. • The facility purchasing and using the AED must ensure that it is maintained, tested, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s user and maintenance instructions. Written records of maintenance and testing must be maintained by the facility. • Each program must have medical oversight by a DC-licensed physician. The physician will oversee all aspects of the program including training, coordination with DC Fire and EMS, protocol approval, AED deployment strategies, and equipment maintenance. In addition
