Policy GBGBA
Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
School Board Approved: February 21, 2022
The Board authorizes the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs, which are located in every building) in emergency situations. The use, administration, and maintenance of the AED are subject to the following conditions: Location of the AEDs: The Superintendent, building principal and the school nurse shall select and approve the location of the AEDs.
Employee Use/Training of Users
Employees will be authorized to use the AEDs only after they have successfully received and completed appropriate training by certified instructors in AED use and CPR. Each building head administrator shall ensure that at least one employee is trained in AED use.
Maintenance
AEDs will be maintained by the school nurse or his/her designee. Maintenance shall be done according to the AED manufacturer's specifications. The school nurse will maintain a record of all maintenance that has been performed on the AEDs.
Registration of AEDs
In accordance with RSA 153-A:33, the school nurse or designee shall register the AEDs with the New Hampshire Department of Safety. Sample registration forms at PulsePoint: https://aed.new/
Incident Reporting
The school nurse or designee shall report all instances of AED use with the New Hampshire Department of Safety. The incident shall be reported using the Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Incident Report & Quality Improvement Form.
Liability Limited
The District and persons administering the AED(s) shall enjoy the limitations of liability as specified in RSA 153-A:31, as well as other sources of law.
Further Information
State of NH, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, 603-271-4568
Legal References:
RSA 153-A:31-33, Automated External Defibrillation