The Board has determined that it may enhance school safety to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) placed in building(s) within the District.

An AED is a medical device that contains a heart monitor and defibrillator that is used to administer an electric shock through a person's chest wall to the heart. The built in computer system of the AED assesses the patient's heart rhythm, determines whether defibrillation is needed, and then administers a shock, if necessary. Audible and/or visual prompts guide the user through the process of using the AED.

The Board directs the Superintendent to develop procedures that school and District administrators are required to follow when such devices are placed at the school or other District facilities. The procedures shall include information on what brand and model of device is to be used, the use of the AED, placement of the AED, training, maintenance, and testing of the devices as well as information on oversight offered by the approved medical doctor or by the local EMS Medical Director. The Board also directs the Superintendent, in conjunction with the EMS Medical Director, to review the procedures for appropriateness.

21 C.F.R. 801.109
F.S. 401.2915, 768.1325

Adopted 4/12/05