Pennsylvania State AED Law
Physician
Organizations acquiring an automated external defibrillator must obtain approval from a physician for the purchase. In this regard, the State EMS office suggests a physician medical director.
CPR/AED Training
Intended AED operators must undergo training in AED usage offered by the American National Red Cross or the American Heart Association, or through an approved equivalent course endorsed by the Department of Health in collaboration with a technical committee of the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council.
EMS Notification
The Pennsylvania State EMS Office suggests informing the regional EMS council, local EMS providers, and/or local 911 centers when implementing an AED.
Maintenance
The defibrillator must be maintained and tested in accordance with the manufacturer's operational guidelines.
Notification of Use
An AED user must use all available methods to promptly contact and activate the emergency medical services system. Any relevant data or information should be provided to emergency medical services personnel or other healthcare providers upon request.
Laws / Legislation
| Reference | Date | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 24 P.S. § 14-1423 | 2014 | Sets guidelines for AED programs in schools. Including the fund receiving policies for schools with the intent on acquiring and maintaining an AED. |
| 73 P.S. § 2174 | 2012 | Sets guidelines for AED programs in health clubs. |
| SB 351 | 2011 | Extends Good Samaritan law and requires entities acquiring AEDs to properly maintain them. |
| HB 1525 | 2011 | Requires that health clubs with services offered during nonstaffed hours be equipped with an AED, panic button, emergency phone, and personal security device. |
| 55 PA. Code § 2800.96 | 2011 | Outlines AED requirements for assisted living facilities. |
| HB 2778 | 2010 | Requires hotels to provide and maintain AEDs. |