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AED•August 14, 2026

Why Every Workplace Should Have an AED

Why AED access, visible placement, routine checks, and employee awareness belong in an emergency plan.

Training participants learning about AED
Important: This article provides general educational information and does not replace hands-on training, emergency services, medical care, or mental health treatment. In an emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number.

An AED can analyze a heart rhythm and, when appropriate, deliver a shock. The device gives step-by-step prompts, but planning and practice save time.

Preparedness is more than owning a device

Workplaces should know where AEDs are located, keep them accessible, follow the manufacturer’s inspection schedule, and include them in emergency-response planning.

  • Place AEDs where they are visible and quickly accessible.
  • Check pads, batteries, and status indicators as directed by the manufacturer.
  • Train employees in CPR and AED use.
  • Call emergency services for every suspected cardiac arrest.

Practice the response

Scenario-based training helps teams coordinate calling 911, starting CPR, retrieving the AED, and meeting responders.

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