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rhythm of the heart. By their very nature, defibrillators are designed to be simple to use and, depending on the model, come with audio and visual prompts to guide the user through the process.
Having the right defib for your facilities management business: Different workplace environments present different risks, and your work environment will define what defibrillator is needed for your business.
All defibrillators are assigned an IP rating and this summarises what the device can withstand.
• IP21: protected from touch and condensation.
• IP44: protected from tools, small wires and water splashing.
• IP56: protected against limited dust ingress and strong jets of water.
CARDIAC ARREST: WHAT
YOU NEED TO KNOW With around 60,000 individuals suffering a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) outside hospital in the UK every year, it seems staggering that having a defibrillator in the workplace is not a legal requirement for UK businesses.
From electrical safety to dangerous substances, the facilities management sector poses several health and safety risks and, such is the high-pressured nature of the industry, it is important that cardiac health is not ignored.
Medical emergencies such as Sudden Cardiac Arrest can be life- threatening, so it’s important to consider what you would do if one of your employees or visitors suffered one.
Key facts: • Based on data from Resus Council, it is estimated that approximately 200 out-of-hospital Sudden Cardiac Arrests occur every day in the UK.
• Approximately 80% of out-of- 12 | TOMORROW’S FM
hospital SCA’s occur at home; 20% will occur in public places.
• Without immediate treatment, 90- 95% of SCA casualties will die.
• If a defibrillator is used and effective CPR is performed within three to five minutes of collapse, the chance of survival increases from 6% to 74%.
Why defibrillators are so important Sudden Cardiac Arrest comes without warning and your stakeholders will be much better protected if your workplace is ready and prepared to deal with it.
One of the fundamental reasons why so few people survive SCA is that defibrillation is not applied early enough. Administering effective CPR and defibrillation is the only way to treat an SCA casualty. On average it takes an ambulance 11 minutes to respond to emergencies in urban areas, so it is critical that you have the necessary provisions in place.
Defibrillators are portable devices that can be quickly be transported to a casualty to administer electric shocks and restore the normal
Due to the varying nature of the industry, it is likely that your defibrillator will need to be protected against dust ingress and strong jets of water, but this will be dependent on the business.
Ensuring your defib is ready for use 365 days a year Defibrillator maintenance is absolutely critical, and your device must be ready to use when called upon. Servicing your defibrillator will ensure your AED is ready to use and it’s vital that you regularly maintain your defibrillator pads and batteries. Having the correct storage and signage in place will also ensure your unit is readily found- ensuring your first-aid responder can react quickly in an emergency.
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