California State AED Law
Physician
No Current Legislation.
CPR/AED Training
No Current Legislation.
EMS Notification
Suppliers of AEDs must inform the local EMS agency about the obtained AED, including its location and type.
Maintenance
AEDs must be maintained and tested regularly following manufacturer, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross guidelines, as well as any relevant regulations. The AED should be checked after each use and at least once every 30 days if not used within that period, with documentation of these checks. A written emergency plan must outline procedures, including immediate 911 notification and informing trained personnel during AED use. Building owners should ensure tenants receive annual AED brochures and know the AED locations.
Notification of Use
Individuals using an AED during cardiac arrest must promptly activate EMS services and inform both the licensed physician and the local EMS agency about the AED usage.
Laws / Legislation
| Reference | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| CA SB 1397 | 2018 | Outlines AED requirements for buildings constructed on or after January 1, 2017 |
| CA SB 502 | 2018 | Outlines AED requirements for commuter rail systems. |
| CA AB 2009 | 2018 | Requires CA schools to: Ensure there is a written emergency action plan Acquire an AED for each school within a school district before July 1, 2019 Encourage that AEDs be available for emergency care Ensure that an AED is available to athletic trainers and coaches Ensure that AEDs are maintained and tested regularly |
| CA AB 1766 | 2018 | Requires public swimming pools to have an AED. |
| CA Ed Code § 51225.6 | 2016 | Outlines AED requirements for schools. |
| CA Ed Code § 49417 | 2015 | Outlines fund receiving policies for schools with the intent on acquiring and maintaining an AED. |
| CA Health and Safety Code § 19300 | 2015 | Outlines the occupancy structures that are required to have an AED on the premises. |
| 16 CCR § 1070.8 | 2011 | Outlines AED requirements for dental offices. |
| CA Health and Safety Code § 104113 | 2007 | Outlines AED requirements for health studios. |
| CA Civil Code § 1714.2 | 2006 | Grants Good Samaritan protection for TRAINED users. |
| CA Civil Code § 1714.21 | 2006 | Grants Good Samaritan protection for UNTRAINED users. |