The purpose of this RisKey is to provide a framework for agencies to use in making this decision. Some agencies have people in their custody, on site 24 hours and unable to leave. They may decide it is important to have an AED available for use. Other agencies may be responding to the public s expectation that this type of help would be available. Each agency must make its own assessment of what customers should reasonably expect.
Some agencies operate offices or facilities that are in a remote location.
It may take EMS a while to get there. An AED purchase in this location may be worthwhile. AED are designed to be used by lay people. They are simple and straightforward. The 1999 Oregon Legislature passed SB 313.