The Board recognizes that from time to time medical emergencies involving Sudden Cardiac Arrest may arise that indicate and justify the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED.)
Michigan legislation grants civil liability protection to persons who provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation or emergency services using automated external defibrillators. This is covered under Act 173 of PA 1999. Automated External Defibrillators (AED) will be acquired and distributed as funding allows.
Medical Authorization for AED use is provided by a physician. Employees will be authorized to utilize an AED. The District will train key employees in CPR and First Aid. If an emergency that apparently requires the use of an AED occurs, an employee trained in CPR and/or First Aid will, if such person is available, take the lead in administering aid, use of the AED, and summoning emergency responders.
The School Health Office will assume administrative responsibilities for the coordination of the AED's as assigned by the Superintendent.