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Washington

Washington’s comprehensive Good Samaritan laws protect anyone involved in the use of an AED, including the rescuer and property owner. As a graduation requirement, high schoolers also need to complete CPR training. 

Below is a full list of additional AED requirements in Washington state. Check out which groups might be impacted and who in Washington might be required to have an AED.

Summary of Requirements

Physician
Once an owner has an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), medical direction is needed from a licensed physician in the use of an AED and CPR training.
CPR/AED Training
People who are expected user of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must received instruction in AED use and CPR by an approved Department of Health course.
EMS Notification
The owner of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must notify local EMS organization of the existence and location of the AED.
Maintenance Program
The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must be properly maintained and tested on a regular basis according to the manufacturer guidelines.
Notification of Use
Once an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is used for emergency care for a sudden cardiac arrest must alert EMS as soon as possible and must report any clinical use of the defibrillator to the prescribing physician.

Good Samaritan Protection

Rescuer
Purchaser
Property owner
Physician
Trainer

WA Rev Code RCW 4.24.300

Provides Good Samaritan protection for use of an AED and establishes guidelines for AED programs.

Laws / Legislation

HB 1556

Provides guidelines for AED programs in high schools.

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WA Rev Code § 28A.230.179

Each school district that operates a high school must offer instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation to students as provided in this section. Beginning with the 2013-14 school year, instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation must be included in at least one health class necessary for graduation.

WA Rev Code § 28A.300.471

Outlines the responsibilities of the office of the superintendent of public instruction.

WA Admin Code § WAC 246-817-722

Outlines AED requirements for dental offices.

HB 1756

A bill addressing the arrival of first responders with automatic external defibrillator capability.


WA Rev Code § RCW 70.54.310

Outlines the responsibilities of a person who acquires an AED.

HB 2998

Provides immunity protection and establishes requirements for automated external defibrillators.

WA Admin Code § 246-817-770

Outlines AED requirements for offices in which general anesthesia (including deep sedation) is administered.

SB 5592

Gyms and athletic facilities in Washington state are required to have AEDs on site.

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