Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

Overview

AED

What is an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?

An AED is a portable automated computerized medical device that is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. An AED is programmed to analyze an individual’s heart rhythm, recognize rhythms that require defibrillation, and provide voice and visual instructions for the device operator, including, if indicated, to push the button to deliver an electric shock. 

Campus Requirements

As of January 1, 2017, an AED is required to be installed in newly constructed high-occupancy buildings. Additionally, as of January 1, 2020 an AED is required to be installed in all high occupancy buildings that undergo modifications, renovations, and tenant improvements amounting to $100,000 or more in a single calendar year. This requirement applies to commercial, educational, institutional, and factory buildings with an occupancy load of 200 or more. This includes assembly buildings, auditoriums, and theaters with an occupancy of greater than 300 people. In assembly buildings, there is no dollar threshold for improvements made. For more information, see HSC §19300.

AED owner responsibilities

For Building Managers, Department Safety Coordinators, Principal Investigators, Program Coordinators, or others who may manage spaces or buildings that contain or should contain an AED. 

Purchase AEDs

How to purchase common AED models on campus:

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Philips Heartstart OnSite

Philips AED

  • Cost: Approx. $1607.28

  • Specifications

    • Battery Lifespan: 4 Years

    • Pad Lifespan: 2 Years

    • Daily Self-Checks

    • Verbal Instructions

    • Ready blinking light & audible beeping

    • 8 Year Manufacturer Warranty

    • Note: Separate Child Pads

  • Purchasing instructions

    • Email aed@berkeley.edu to purchase

    • New AEDs should be purchased with an appropriate AED cabinet. 

    • Next to the AED, instructions should be posted on how to use the AED. Instructions should be in no less than 14-point type.

    • Separate Data Management Program or Physician Prescription not required

Zoll AED 3 

Zoll AED

  • Cost: Approx. $1884.00

  • Specifications:

    • Battery Lifespan: 5 Years

    • Pad Lifespan : 5 Years

    • Weekly Self-Checks

    • Video & Voice Instructions

    • CPR/Compression Guide

    • 8 Year Manufacturer Warranty

  • Purchasing instructions:

    • Email aed@berkeley.edu to purchase

    • New AEDs should be purchased with an appropriate AED cabinet. 

    • Next to the AED, instructions should be posted on how to use the AED. Instructions should be in no less than 14-point type.

    • Separate Data Management Program or Physician Prescription not required

AED Installation

  • Notify EH&S once the AED unit is received. EH&S can consult regarding placement & availability of the AED.

  • Contact Facilities Services for installation of AED wall cabinet if needed. 

  • Once the AED is installed, complete the AED Registration Form

Ongoing Responsibilities

  • Notify UHS & EH&S in the event of AED use. Complete AED Use Form.

  • At least once a year, notify the tenants as to the location of the AED units and provide information to tenants about who they can contact if they want to voluntarily take AED or CPR training.

  • At least once a year, offer a demonstration to at least one person associated with the building so that the person can be walked through how to use an AED properly in an emergency. The building owner may arrange for the demonstration or partner with a nonprofit organization to do so.

Reference: California Code, Health and Safety Code - HSC § 1797.196

Other Information

Restricted/Remote Work Areas

Groups working in restricted access areas, remote, or specialized may contact EH&S for inspection & maintenance accommodations at aed@berkeley.edu

Out of Warranty AEDs

  • Most AED manufacturers’ warranties expire after 8 years.

  • Some suppliers may have a trade-in/credit program

  • Contact EH&S at aed@berkeley.edu if you believe your AED may be out of warranty

Conduct a self-inspection

You can conduct quarterly, and biannual AED inspections on your own through the AED Self Inspection Guide

Find nearby AEDs with Pulsepoint

Pulsepoint is a crowdsourced AED mapping tool designed to help let people and first responders find nearby AEDs.

Download the app: 

AED Program Document

Topics

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