Who can use the SAMARITAN® Public Access Defibrillator?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest must be treated quickly, in many cases before professional responders can arrive. With a simple 4-hour course from the American Heart Association, anyone can become certified to use an AED defibrillator. Units can now be found in the home, office, or recreational or public facilities. Many public areas are also utilizing AED technology to potentially save lives in schools, shopping malls, airports, offices, gyms and training facilities, clinics, and other public areas. HeartSine® recommends that all users of this equipment attend CPR and AED courses by certified training organizations. Some countries, like the United States, also require a prescription in order to obtain these devices. Consult your local HeartSine distributor for information on compliance with all local regulations. For more information on obtaining AHA certification, contact the American Heart Association office nearest you or visit their website at www.aha.org , or you can visit the ERC website
