Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in Schools

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Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in Schools

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable electronic device that analyzes cardiac rhythm and prompts a user to deliver a shock when necessary. Its purpose is to jolt abnormal heart rhythm, such as ventricular fibrillation, back to normal sinus rhythm.

In 2005 the Oregon Legislature passed HB 3482 - 2005. External Link

The goal of the grant program was to provide automated external defibrillators in at least two public school facilities in each school district. This bill authorized the Oregon Department of Education to seek funds and assistance from the United States Government and its agencies or from any other source, public or private, for the establishment of a grant program. This law also contains a Good Samaritan clause which protects well intentioned citizens using an AED in aid of another from potential lawsuits from any resulting injury. This law also recognizes that AEDs require ongoing maintenance, training, signage and 9-1-1 policy.

New Legislation (2010):

During the 2010 Special Session, the Legislature passed Senate Bill 1033. PDF

This bill requires each school campus to have at least one automated external defibrillator (AED) on premises. Compliance is required on or before January 1, 2015.

Frequently Asked Questions PDF

ODE has prepared an FAQ document. This will be updated as needed.

Additional Information PDF

OSBA Selected Sample Policy MS-Word

You may visit the following websites for more information about AEDs.

American Heart Association

The AHA offers a broad spectrum of high quality resources that districts may use in support of school AED programs through their website www.americanheart.org.

You may visit the following website to explore other funding an AED program:

MomsTeam

Parent based support and advocacy organization focused on school athletics. This section of the website deals with AED program funding http://www.momsteam.com/alpha/features/cardiac_awareness_center/funding_aed_programs.shtml . External Link

Contacts

Tanya Frisendahl (503) 947-5754
Teaching & Learning Team - Education Specialist
Leslie Currin (503) 947-5812
Interagency Educational Services - School Health Specialist