Wyoming

In Wyoming, Good Samaritan laws protect rescuers, property owners, physicians, and trainers in the use of an AED.

Wyoming AED legislation is minimal and may be found below.

Summary of Requirements

Physician

A licensed physician must provide a prescription for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

CPR/AED Training

The owner of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and the expected device users must receive training from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or equivalent nationally recognized course in CPR and the use of an AED and refresh every 2 years.

EMS Notification

Any person or entity in possession of an AED shall notify an agent of the emergency communications center and the local ambulance service of the existence, location and type of AED.

Maintenance Program

The owner of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) must ensure that the AED is properly maintained and tested according to the manufacturer guidelines.

Notification of Use

No legislation is currently in place for Wyoming.

Good Samaritan Protection

Rescuer

Purchaser

Property owner

Physician

Trainer

WY Stat § 35-26-103

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

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Laws / Legislation

WY Stat § 35-26-102

Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED.

WY Stat § 35-26-101

Defines: Automated External Defibrillator

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