CHAPTER 3.00 – SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

3.30 Automatic External Defibrillators

I. The School Board authorizes the use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED)  in a perceived medical emergency. 

II. All persons who are reasonably expected to use an AED shall be trained to use  the device. Employees or volunteers expected to use an AES must complete  Training shall include a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or a basic  first aid course which includes CPR and demonstrated proficiency in the use of a  defibrillator an AED. 

III. Each school that is a member of the Florida High School Athletic Association  shall have an operational AED on school grounds. The device shall be available  in a clearly marked and publicized location for all athletic activities, including  those held outside of the school year. readily available for use. The location of  the device shall be registered with the local emergency medical services director.  All persons who are reasonably expected to use the device shall be notified  annually in writing of the location of each AED on school grounds. notified of its  location.  

IV. The Superintendent or designee shall develop procedures to implement this  policy. The procedures shall be reviewed and approved by the local emergency  medical services director. 

STATUTORY AUTHORITY : 1000.41, 1001.42,, F.S. 

LAWS IMPLEMENTED: 401.2915, 768.1325, 1001.42, 1001.43, 1006.165, F.S. 

STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION RULE: 

History: Adopted: February 9, 2010 

Revision Date(s): 

Formerly: NEW