AFI44-177_JBSANANTONIOSUP — Public Access Defibrillator Program

AFI44-177_JBSANANTONIOSUP governs the Joint Base San Antonio Public Access Defibrillator Program and its implementation.

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  • Publication number: AFI44-177_JBSANANTONIOSUP
  • Title: PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATOR PROGRAM
  • Date: 2023-01-10

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The publication addresses PAD program establishment, at-risk facility assessment, AED purchasing, training, certification, oversight, maintenance, quality assurance, and documentation. It requires applicable AEDs to follow the instruction and assigns program coordination and implementation duties.

Topics covered

  • Public Access Defibrillator programs
  • AED operational use
  • Facility risk assessments
  • AED procurement with unit funds
  • Basic Life Support and AED certification
  • CPR/AED training
  • PAD program oversight

Questions and answers

Which AEDs are subject to the JBSA PAD instruction?

Any AED in operational use in JBSA facilities or AF vehicles neither excluded nor governed by another AFI, regulation or program is subject to the provisions of this instruction.

When must a facility complete a risk assessment for PAD program implementation?

Any facility that meets any one of the risk criteria or deemed appropriate by unit commander will be subject to complete a risk assessment for PAD program implementation.

Can personally procured AEDs be publicly accessible on Air Force property?

Personally-procured AEDs will not be publicly accessible for use on AF property.

Who purchases AEDs for each facility?

AED(s) will be purchased with unit funds by the organization(s) assigned as the primary occupancy for each facility.

What certification must PAD Program Coordinators maintain?

Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS)/AED certification. Certification of CPR/AED instructor is required and instructors will provide installation CPR/AED training and certification.

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