34% of those who have installed an AED have used their defibrillator at least once to save a life!
have a duty of care to their employees. Given the number of people present and the considerable amount of time and activity spent at the venue, the chances of someone suffering cardiac arrest are very real.
An AED is a portable device that analyses the heart’s rhythm and prompts the user to deliver defibrillation shock if required. As a sports club, an AED may not be something that has ever been considered before, let alone investigated. It is therefore, recommended, by Martek, that when purchasing an AED that the customer looks for the following in an AED:
Ease of use
During an SCA incident the atmosphere will be chaotic and people in a state of panic. A good AED unit provides clear prompts for the user. This can include voice instructions and clear visual prompts.
CPR technique feedback
If a victim is suffering SCA, CPR is often also required. An AED should therefore advise the rescuer on effective CPR compression techniques.
Batteries
Some AED units come with expensive batteries. However, some come with lithium batteries. Depending on how long you wish the unit to stay live for might affect your choice. For example, the more expensive batteries may give you five years life whereas a cheaper battery may only last one to two years.
Usable Adhesive Pads
Some electrode pads on AEDs have extremely adhesive pads that can easily stick to the user’s bare skin or clothing accidentally. These should not be over sticky, as precious seconds can be lost while removing and placing such pads correctly.
Firm Electrode Connections
Check the electrode connections to the main AED unit and make sure the connectors cannot be pulled out easily. Given the commotion when using an AED, you do not want a unit where the electrode cable(s) can be easily unplugged.
Durability
Check to see that the unit has water- resistant seals. An AED will undoubtedly be used in the rain and placed on a wet fairway for example. Make sure there is a water-rated seal especially around the battery compartment. Also, another benefit is to have a non-slip handle for use with wet hands, and gloves if necessary.
Upgradeable Operating System
Higher quality AED units can have their internal operating system easily updated via download, while some models require that you send the unit back to the manufacturer for upgrades.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest… The Facts
• It strikes without warning killing 140,000 people per year in the UK • Less than 5% of its victims survive out
The diagram shows the chances of survival from an SCA for each minute without defibrillation
of hospital in the UK
• 13% of workplace fatalities are from SCA
• 34% of those who have installed an AED have used their defibrillator at least once to save a life
• It kills more people than lung or breast cancer combined
• It can happen to anyone. even young athletes
• Defibrillation is the only treatment Causes of SCA
Anyone can suffer SCA; it is unpredictable and can strike at anytime. You are at higher risk from SCA if you:
• Have had a previous heart attack or heart disease
• Have a family history of heart problems
• Have undiagnosed heart problems
• Suffer from an asphyxiation (drowning, choking etc.) • Suffer from an electrocution • Have an impact or trauma to the chest
At sporting events, on your golf course, in the club house, in the office and at social events, the risk of cardiac arrest is very real. Further info:
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