Anaconda Equipment Install Life Saving AED Unit at HQ in Northern Ireland…
We are happy to announce that we have installed a Defibrillator Unit at the pedestrian entrance of our head quarters in Ardboe, Co Tyrone. The main thoughts behind proceeding with this was to help ensure that we are prepared for any possible situation that may occur whilst helping keep both our employees and the local community as safe as possible.
What is a defibrillator?
A defibrillator is a device that gives a high energy electric shock to the heart of someone who is in cardiac arrest. This high energy shock is called defibrillation, and it’s an essential part in trying to save the life of someone who’s in cardiac arrest. A defibrillator may also be referred to as a defib, an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) or a PAD (Public Access Defibrillator). Here is a link to a Video by the British Heart foundation explaining exactly what a defibrillator is and its importance in the case of an emergency – https://youtu.be/8A0kljQU48U
How to use a defibrillator…
Anyone is able to use a defibrillator, these machines are designed to monitor heart rhythm and will only administer a shock if they feel it is absolutely necessary. The machine will take you through the steps of where to position pads and when to continue or stop with CPR whilst it reads how the individual is responding. However, just to be sure that if the circumstance was ever to occur we are training some members of the Anaconda team professionally. If you would like to see an insight into how to operate an AED then please watch the following video created by St Johns Ambulance Service – St John’s Ambulance Service – How to operate a Defibrillator
Why to install an AED at your company…
- Onsite AEDs save precious treatment time, and can improve survival odds because they can be used before emergency services (EMS) arrive.
- A heart rhythm in ventricular fibrillation may only be restored to normal by an electric shock.
- The AED is compact, lightweight, portable, battery operated, safe, and easy to use.
- Modern AEDs won’t allow you to shock a victim that has a heartbeat, reducing the risk of doing more harm and reasons for people not to step in and help.
- These devices have a proven track record of helping to save lives in public places as well as in the workplace.
- Placing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in the workplace, along with providing a proper management system and training for employees on how to use the devices, can mean the difference between life and death.
- Of the sudden cardiac arrest deaths that occur each year, more than 95 percent of the victims die before they reach the hospital.
- When care is provided within five to seven minutes, including early treatment with an AED, survival rates can improve dramatically.
- Using a defibrillator on an individual in cardiac arrest increases his survival rate by 60 percent, according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration.