AED State Laws
Requirements
Massachusetts State AED Law
Sports coaches in Massachusetts are required to obtain certification in AED use and CPR to help protect their athletes in case of a cardiac emergency. Good Samaritan laws also protect both trained and untrained AED users.
Check out Massachusetts’ full list of AED requirements below.
Summary of Requirements
| Physician | Every Automated External Defibrillator (AED) provider shall contract with an AED medical director who will be responsible for ensuring AED maintenance, training, and other requirements. |
| CPR/AED Training | The person who is an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) provider must be certified in CPR and in the use of AED that meets the standards established by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. The certification must never expire while the person is an AED provider. |
| EMS Notification | Once an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program is implemented, the provider must notify local police and emergency services of the number, type, and location of AEDs. |
| Maintenance Program | An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must be maintained and tested on a regular basis in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines. |
| Notification of Use | Every provider of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must contact the police or local EMS when responding to a request for emergency care or treatment. |
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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Grants Good Samaritan protection for UNTRAINED users. |
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Outlines AED requirements for health clubs. |
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Absent a showing of gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct, no cause of action against a health club or its employees may arise in connection with the use or non-use of a defibrillator. |
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Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for the schools that acquire an AED. |
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Outlines AED requirements for schools. |
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Outlines AED requirements for nursing facilities. |
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Outlines AED requirements for dental offices. |
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A bill requiring that all coaches have current certification in CPR and AED use from the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross or other nationally recognized organization. |
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Outlines AED requirements for health clubs. |
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Establishes immunity for CPR and use of an AED. |
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.