In Illinois, AED programs must adhere to a comprehensive set of regulations encompassing maintenance, training, AED placement reporting, EMS activation, and post-event reporting. The Good Samaritan immunity provision extends its protection to all individuals who use or own AEDs, but solely for activities directly associated with AED utilization. However, it's important to note that not all activities within AED programs fall under this safeguard. Immunity from liability is contingent upon adherence to specific administrative and operational prerequisites. Illinois mandates the placement of AEDs in various locations, including health clubs, sheriff's offices and police departments, dentist offices, and fitness facilities within schools.
Illinois Law Key Takeaways
- Good Samaritan Law: Protection extends to individuals providing emergency care in good faith, including physicians authorizing AED purchases, trainers, and owners of premises with AEDs.
- Training: AED acquirers must ensure anticipated users receive CPR/AED training.
- Preventative Maintenance: AEDs must adhere to manufacturer's maintenance guidelines and be registered with local EMS.
- Fitness Centers: Indoor and outdoor fitness facilities must have an AED onsite and at least one trained user during certain activities.
- Horse Racing Facilities: Licensed horse racing facilities must have at least two AEDs on-premises, with one placed in the paddock and one on the backstretch.
- Police Departments: Sheriff's offices and certain police departments are required to have an AED onsite.
- Sedation: Facilities performing sedation or anesthesia must have an AED onsite.
- Schools: CPR/AED training is integrated into secondary school curricula, and all fitness facilities, including those in schools, must have an accessible AED onsite.
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