Oregon State AED Law
Physician
A prescription from a physician is necessary for an automated external defibrillator.
CPR/AED Training
Adequate training in automated external defibrillator use must be provided to a suitable number of employees to ensure that at least one trained employee is typically on-site in a public setting during regular business hours
EMS Notification
No Current Legislation.
Maintenance
The AED must undergo regular maintenance, inspections, and servicing, ensuring that the battery and electrodes comply with the manufacturer's guidelines. It should be stored in a readily accessible location for quick retrieval during regular business hours, and its presence and location must be clearly labeled.
Notification of Use
Every location should create a protocol to contact 9-1-1 and activate the emergency medical services system promptly upon recognizing the potential need for the automated external defibrillator.
Laws / Legislation
| Reference | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| OR Admin Rules § 818-026-0060 | 2016 | Outlines AED requirements for dental offices. |
| 818-026-0070 | 2016 | Outlines AED requirements for dental offices. |
| OR Rev Stat § 336.472 | 2015 | As an integral part of the health education curriculum or the physical education curriculum for students in grades 7 through 12, each school district must provide instruction in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator. |
| OR Rev Stat § 339.345 | 2015 | Outlines AED requirements for schools. |
| SB 1548 | 2014 | Provides immunity for a person using an AED in good faith. |
| OR Admin Rules § 333-030-0105 | 2013 | Outlines AED requirements for camps. |
| SB 1033 | 2010 | Requires AEDs in all public and private schools. |
| SB 1006 | 2010 | Requires an AED in community colleges and schools of higher education. Revises the requirement for a defibrillator in health clubs. |
| OR Rev Stat § 431.690 | 2009 | Outlines AED requirements for places of public assembly. |
| SB 556 | 2009 | Requires at least one automated external defibrillator on the premises for business with 50,000 or more square feet and at least 25 people congregating per day. |
| OR Rev Stat § 431.680 | 2007 | Outlines AED requirements for health clubs. |
| OR Admin Rules § 333-060-0210 | 2007 | Outlines AED requirements for swimming pools. |