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Deployment: Making Schools Safe is an Educated Decision

Unfortunately many times an AED deployment happens after an incident at a school; regrettably, then it's too late. But with increased awareness, and motivated advocates these affordable and easy-to-use devices can be deployed at our schools to save lives.

When You're Ready

Cardiac Science can help. We are one of the preeminent providers of AEDs in the educational market and have assisted with implementations in schools throughout the world. You'll want to keep these key steps in mind when you are ready to implement a program; they can help determine your success.

• Purchase your equipment, install wall cabinets, and other accessories
• Work with your Cardiac Science representative to develop a tracking program for equipment, battery and pad shelf-life, and ongoing training requirements
• Increase awareness via community outreach and publicity
• Satisfy any required state documentation
• Develop a system for routine maintenance and run simulation drills.

Once you've decided that you want to protect your school, attention to detail is critical to a successful deployment. And Cardiac Science has the depth of experience to help.

The First Steps

• A program committee to provide oversight
• Public awareness in the school system and community
• Coordination with EMS professionals, hospitals, pediatricians
• Review of applicable local and state laws
• Review protocols for on-site first responders
• Discuss the medical direction of your program with your Cardiac Science Representative, physicians and EMS professionals

Next Steps

• Identify the equipment best meeting your needs and work with Cardiac Science to customize an appropriate package
• Complete site assessments to determine number and placement of AEDs
• Develop first responder policies and emergency protocols
• Develop a plan to fund your AED deployment
• Decide on how to best train first responders in your school
• Develop a long-term deployment plan and continue training, maintenance and accessory replacement