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A defibrillator also known as an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), stands as a critical tool in the face of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a life-threatening emergency where the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. The timely use of an AED can be a decisive factor in the survival of a SCA victim, with research indicating that using a defib within the first five minutes of a sudden cardiac arrest can increase the chance of survival from 7% to 80%. So, ensuring your device is always rescue-ready can mean the difference between life and death. That is why most companies may recommend that you regularly have defibrillator maintenance. But does your AED need professional maintenance, and what is it?
Whilst having a public access defibrillator (PAD) is essential in aiding in the improvement of SCA survival rates, its mere presence is not enough. Regular maintenance is paramount to ensuring that if it is needed in a cardiac emergency, your device will be able to operate properly and effectively. Shockingly, studies have found that 40% of PADs are not properly maintained, potentially jeopardizing their reliability when they are needed most and leading to serious consequences such as defib failure, which has been associated with over 1000s of sudden cardiac arrest deaths.
Simply having a defibrillator is not enough, you need to maintain it regularly to ensure if it is needed in a cardiac emergency, it would be able to function properly and effectively. Studies have shown that 40% of public access defibrillators (PADs) are not properly maintained, with over 50% of PADs having expired pads or batteries. Failing to maintain your defibrillator can have serious consequences such as defib failure, which has been associated with over 1000s of sudden cardiac arrest deaths.
Defibrillator maintenance primarily consists of:
Unless you own multiple defibrillators that are across multiple locations, simply just do not have the time, or if you apply to a specific regulation, we would not recommend having defibrillator maintenance.
The Circuit is a vital platform that connects the ambulance service directly to nearby public access defibrillators during cardiac emergencies. By registering your device, you’re not only helping ensure quicker access to critical treatment when every second counts, but The Circuit will also help you manage and maintain your defib.
The site will inform you of any event regarding your device, for example, when your pads and/or battery are about to expire, or when your device is used to treat a cardiac arrest victim.
Defibrillators we stock are in our shop, if you do need your defibrillator professionally serviced, this service can also be found in our shop.
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