AED & PAD Grants: / Sponsorships / Donations The following is a short list of where you may be able to obtain assistance: Club grants programs (Social, sporting, community clubs etc) Government Community grants – Local, State or Federal governments. Small business grants – Local, State or Federal governments.

Communities and facilities throughout Canada have the opportunity to receive free AEDs and CPR/AED training through the BC and National PAD Programs. Iridia would like to raise awareness that these AEDs and training are available through a simple application process.

That said, AEDs can retail for anywhere between $1,100 – $2,500. However, there is more to just the initial price tag when purchasing an AED. You will need a place to store the AED. You will also need to replace the pads and battery over time.

If you wish to return an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) or training unit, the price of opened or used electrode pads and/or batteries which are in non-resalable condition will be deducted from the total refund.

The Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program allocates $4 million over four years to assist sporting clubs across NSW in the purchase and maintenance of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)….Funding available.

Medical insurance will most likely not cover the cost of an AED. If you have an existing cardiac condition which increases your risk of sudden cardiac arrest which is supported by your physician, your insurance might cover the cost depending on the condition and your coverage.

Hitting the heart muscle with a big dose of electrical energy acts a bit like hitting Ctrl-Alt-Delete on your computer (or Alt-Command-Esc for the Mac users). A single shock will cause nearly half of cases to revert to a more normal rhythm with restoration of circulation if given within a few minutes of onset.

Fortunately, most AED batteries last for anywhere from two to five years in standby mode. Typically, an AED battery will have three dates printed on it: a manufactured-by date, an install-by date, and an expiration date. An AED battery should be used within five to seven years of its manufacturer date.

AEDs are expensive because of the level of R&D that goes into each unit. AEDs are medical devices which uses specialty electronic components to accurately analyze heart rhythms in order to effectively save someone’s life.

Shipping and Handling: UPS/FedEx ground shipping for AED units is FREE Within the Continental United States. All shipping charges are based on the weight of the product(s) that are ordered and will be displayed in your order during “check out”.

Answer: Current research indicates that most AEDs, because they’re self-grounded, are safe to use in and around wet environments with no risk to the victim, rescuer, or other passengers on the boat. Current research, however, indicates that AEDs are safe to use around water and on metal surfaces.

You can find AEDs in many public places, including offices, schools, shopping malls, grocery stores, and airports. Emergency first-responders are typically equipped with and trained to use AEDs. Some people with underlying cardiac conditions can be at a higher risk of sudden cardiac arrest.