6011 - Use of Automated External Defibrillators
6011 Use of Automated External Defibrillators 6011
The School Board authorizes the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AED’s) in emergency situations. The use, administration, and maintenance of the AED’s is subject to the following conditions:
1. Location of the AED’s: The Principal, following consultation with all appropriate staff, shall select the location for placement of the AED’s.
2. CPR/AED Training: CPR/AED training will be offered by the school nurse or other certified instructor to all District employees. The District shall provide opportunities for staff to maintain certification. Each Principal/designee shall maintain a list of CPR/AED certified staff in his/her building.
3. Maintenance: AED’s will be maintained by the School Nurse/designee. Maintenance shall be done according to the AED manufacturer’s specifications. The School Nurse shall maintain a record of all maintenance that has been performed on the AED’s.
4. Registration: All AED’s shall be registered with the New Hampshire Department of Safety by the School Nurse.
5. Incident Reporting: The School Nurse/designee shall report all instances of AED use to the Superintendent, Building Principal, and New Hampshire Department of Safety.
6. Liability Limitation: The District and persons involved in the use of AED’s shall enjoy the limitation of liability as specified in RSA 153:A-31 as well as other sources of law.
7. Response Plans: The Building Principal shall include CPR/AED emergency response plans in the staff handbook and shall ensure an annual review of those plans with the school staff. Building Principals shall also provide appropriate CPR/AED information in student/parent handbooks.
Legal References:
RSA 153-A:28-33, Automated External Defibrillation
Adopted: 10/2011