354FWI44-103 — Public Access Defibrillation Program

354FWI44-103 governs the Public Access Defibrillation Program, including Automated External Defibrillator deployment at Eielson Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: 354FWI44-103
  • Title: PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2012-07-26

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It covers program roles, AED acquisition, maintenance, location, accountability, response reporting, and treatment procedures. It requires trained personnel, response documentation, and the collection and maintenance of protected information.

Applies to: It applies to all Air Force military and civilian personnel, ANG units, and associate organizations on Eielson Air Force Base (EAFB).

Topics covered

  • Public Access Defibrillation Program
  • Automated External Defibrillator deployment
  • AED acquisition and maintenance
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest response
  • AED response reporting
  • Traumatic stress response
  • AED treatment algorithm

Questions and answers

Who can use an AED during an emergency?

Although anyone can use the AED during an emergency, those individuals identified as targeted responders will, at a minimum, be trained in BLS through the American Heart Association (Military Training Network) and should follow the protocol in an emergency situation as depicted in the “AED Treatment Algorithm” (Attachment 3). (paragraph 1)

How is the AED used during a cardiac arrest emergency?

The AED is to be used for an emergency response to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), by trained personnel as a means to revive victims prior to arrival of medical personnel.

What must site coordinators do each month?

Monthly, the site coordinator will inspect the AED, check battery status, and notify Medical Equipment Repair Center (MERC) if problems arise. (paragraph 1)

When must an AED response report be submitted?

The responder will fill out the AED response report Attachment 4 and immediately (within 24 hours) submit it to the program coordinator. (paragraph 1)

Who approves AED procurement for non-medical treatment facility units?

As a piece of medical equipment, procurement of AEDs for non-Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) units must be approved by the MTF’s designated Equipment Review Authorization Activity (IAW AFI 41-209, paragraph 7.28.1.1.). (paragraph 2)

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