Oregon State Requirements

In Oregon, there are no specified administrative or operational requirements for AED programs. However, students in grades 7-12 must undergo CPR/AED training as mandated. Under the Good Samaritan laws, participants involved in all AED program activities are protected from liability. Oregon mandates the placement of AEDs in various locations, including schools, colleges, health clubs, environments with large occupancies, camps, and swimming pools.

Oregon Law Key Takeaways 

• Good Samaritan Law: Individuals such as rescuers, AED acquirers, trainers, and prescribing physicians are protected from liability under the Good Samaritan Law, unless their actions involve gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
• Schools: CPR/AED training is mandated for all students in grades 7-12, integrated into either the health education or physical education curriculum.
• Pools: General-use pools and those in health clubs catering to over 100 patrons daily must have an accessible AED on-site.
• Health Clubs: Health clubs are required to have at least one automated external defibrillator (AED) present on the premises at all times.
• Public Assembly Places: Automated external defibrillators are mandated at venues designated as places of public assembly.
• Dental Facilities: Dental facilities utilizing anesthesia must have at least one AED on-site to ensure emergency preparedness.

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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