Time is critical in surviving sudden cardiac arrest .
The AED is a simple, automatic, portable device that can save lives. It s critical that police officers and other first responders have access to AEDs and have adequate training. There are some things you can do to make your community a heart-safe place to live and work. Ask your local police and fire departments whether they have AEDs on their emergency response vehicles. Make sure there are AEDs in public buildings, recreation facilities, and schools.