Heartland recently purchased and installed Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in each agency office. AEDs are designed to help people survive through sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). During SCA, heart function ceases suddenly and often without warning. AEDs can greatly increase the probability of survival in the event of SCA, which is one of the leading causes of death in the workplace.
All Heartland employees should learn the location of the AED in their office and know that AEDs are available in all agency offices. You are also strongly encouraged to click on the link below to view a video that demonstrates how to use the specific AEDs that were purchased for our offices.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIGSb1zxGlA&safety_mode=true&persist_safety_mode=1
While the video does have a slight marketing feel, it will help you to understand how the AED is used and what the voice prompts from the device will be during a rescue. Note that of the two models presented, Heartland has the Automatic version.
The video also mentions pediatric pads. These pads are designed to give a less powerful shock to children under age 8 and under 55 pounds. These pads are available in the AED cabinets in the Ames, Guthrie Center, Indianola and Knoxville offices and the Johnston REC. These offices were chosen due to the presence of our sound booths in these locations.
Additional training on AEDs will be provided to all agency crisis responders. Please direct any questions about the AEDs to Steve Zimmerman at ext. 14534 or szimmerman@aea11.k12.ia.us.
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