In North Dakota, as of March 2017, there have been no mandatory requirements pertaining to maintenance, training, medical oversight, or program documentation for AED donation initiatives; instead, these aspects have been merely recommended. Under the Good Samaritan law, participants involved in AED-related activities are protected; however, this safeguard is confined to instances directly related to the use of AEDs. All other aspects of AED programs do not fall under the protection of this law. Notably, North Dakota mandates that all schools within the state must have an AED installed on their premises.
North Dakota Law Key Takeaways
- Good Samaritan Law: Civil liability immunity is extended to individuals who provide assistance in line with the standard behavior expected from an ordinary, reasonable, prudent person in similar emergency situations.
- AED Training: The individual acquiring an AED is responsible for ensuring that expected users receive training in CPR/AED operation.
- AED Maintenance: AEDs must undergo maintenance and testing procedures as outlined by the manufacturer's guidelines.
- AED Policy: Acquirers are required to establish a comprehensive AED usage policy, including a directive to promptly contact emergency medical services (EMS) following AED deployment.
- Medical Oversight: Acquirers are advised to seek guidance from a qualified physician regarding the implementation and management of their AED program.
- Schools: The superintendent of public instruction is tasked with procuring AEDs and distributing them to school districts statewide for placement within schools or at locations where school-related activities occur.
AED's save lives every day and you can make a difference! Besides the states requirements, we believe AED's should be readily available everywhere, within arms reach in case of an emergency.
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