Iowa State AED Law

Physician

No Current Legislation.

CPR/AED Training

No Current Legislation.

EMS Notification

Local boards of health, community organizations, or cities seeking an AED program grant must notify local EMS service programs before establishing an early defibrillation program.

Maintenance

The individual or entity responsible for the AED must maintain and inspect it following the manufacturer’s guidelines. Keep records of all maintenance and inspections for the AED's usable life. Program the AED to align with nationally accepted guidelines for treating cardiac arrest patients.

Notification of Use

No Current Legislation.

 Laws / Legislation

ReferenceDateSummary
IA Admin Code § 491-5.4(99D,99F)2017Requires licensed racing and gaming facilities to have an AED.
SB 4432010Requires automated external defibrillators in all physical exercise clubs and clinical exercise centers.
IA Admin Code § 641–143.12(135)2009Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED.
IA Admin Code § 641–143.11(135)2009“Automated external defibrillator” or “AED” means an external semiautomatic device that determines whether defibrillation is required.
IA Admin Code § 641–143.10 (135)2009These rules establish standards for the maintenance of AEDs for a person or entity that owns, manages or is otherwise responsible for the premises on which an AED is located if the person or entity maintains the AED in accordance with Iowa Code section 613.17 as amended by 2008 Iowa Acts, Senate File 505.