AED State Laws
Requirements
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Alabama State AED Law
Starting in the 2023 school year, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Act requires all coaches to obtain cardiac arrest training every two years. Schools are also required to have AEDs on campus, which helps prepare communities to respond to SCA.
Good Samaritan protections extend to the rescuer, property owner, physician, and trainer involved in AED use in Alabama. Check out the full outline below to learn more.
Summary of Requirements
Physician | No legislation is currently in place for Alabama. |
CPR/AED Training | Currently not required to have CPR or AED training but is encouraged. |
EMS Notification | No legislation is currently in place for Alabama. |
Maintenance Program | Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is required to be properly maintained and tested according to the manufacturer’s guidelines. |
Notification of Use | No legislation is currently in place for Alabama. |
Good Samaritan Protection
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Provides Good Samaritan protection for use of an AED and establishes guidelines for AED programs: |
Laws / Legislation
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Outlines the AED requirements for an assisted living facility: |
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Outlines the instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED: |
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Outlines the AED requirements for schools K-12: |
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Outlines the AED requirements for a specialty care assisted living facility: |
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Outlines the AED requirements for a specialty care assisted living facility: |
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Outlines the AED requirements for all end stage renal disease treatment and transplant centers: |
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Outlines a comprehensive plan for training, certification, and credentialing of cardiac care providers in the use of AEDs: |
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Starting with the 2023 school year, all coaches must complete Sudden Cardiac Arrest response training every two years in addition to their AED/CPR training. Parents of student athletes must also acknowledge the risks of cardiac arrest and sign off on their child playing sports. |
All AED State Laws
This information is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice. While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, AED laws and requirements change frequently. We encourage you to refer to your legal counsel or state agencies with questions about your state's AED laws or AED Good Samaritan requirements.