In Wyoming, AED programs are mandated to adhere to maintenance, training, AED placement reporting, and post-event reporting regulations. The Good Samaritan law offers protection to all individuals involved in AED-related activities, shielding them from liability. However, activities outside of AED-related actions are not covered by this law. Immunity under this legislation hinges upon meeting specific administrative and operational criteria. Additionally, Wyoming mandates that dentist offices must maintain an AED onsite to comply with these regulations.
Wyoming Law key Takeaways
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Good Samaritan Law
- Liability protection is extended to individuals who provide emergency care or assistance using an AED in good faith, including rescuers, physicians prescribing AEDs, AED trainers, and possessors who adhere to training, maintenance, and EMS notification requirements.
- Immunity from civil liability is granted to the person responsible for the site where the AED is located, provided their actions do not amount to willful or wanton misconduct or gross negligence.
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AED Training
- AED possessors must undergo appropriate CPR/AED training and participate in refresher training every two years.
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AED Maintenance
- AED possessors are responsible for ensuring that the AED is maintained and tested according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
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EMS Notification
- AED possessors must notify EMS of the existence, location, and type of AED.
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Dental Offices
- Dental offices administering minimal sedation are required to have an AED onsite.
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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