Our defibrillators for schools and educational facilities are lightweight, easy to use, and provide a perfect safeguarding solution against the dangers of SCA. Find out more about our AED bundles.
Safeguarding staff and students are of the utmost importance, and having our range of defibrillators in schools and educational facilities will significantly increase the odds of surviving against an SCA.
Research focused on out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) cases among children and adolescents (excluding infants under one year old) indicates an occurrence rate ranging from 3 to 9 per 100,000 individuals annually.
Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) can affect individuals of all ages, including children and adolescents. According to research studies, the incidence of OHCA among individuals in this age group (excluding infants under one year old) ranges from 3 to 9 per 100,000 individuals each year.
Considering that there are over 10.6 million students attending schools in the United Kingdom during the 2021/22 academic year, the potential for an OHCA event in a school setting cannot be overlooked. This makes it crucial to ensure that schools have proper emergency response protocols in place, including the availability of defibrillators, which can significantly increase the chances of survival if used within the critical time window. The UK government have announced that schools without a defibrillator will be required to have one by the end of the 22/23 academic year, building on the curriculum and teaching first aid/CPR.
At Martek Lifecare, we have award-winning AED bundles that can be tailored to suit any educational facility. We stock a wide range of accessories such as training devices, storage cabinets, cases and additional parts such as batteries and pads.
The AEDs are incredibly easy to use, with clear instructions and audio prompts, meaning no training is required.
Our defibrillators can also detect a shockable rhythm (VF/VT) and can determine when a shock is needed and when not.
To learn more about our AED bundles and how they can help your educational facility, please get in touch with us at 01709 599 222, where our friendly team of experts will be happy to answer any questions.
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen at any time to anyone. Considering that there are over 10.6 million students attending schools in the United Kingdom during the 2021/22 academic year, the potential for an OHCA event in a school setting cannot be overlooked. AEDs significantly reduce the chances of death as a result of SCA. Take action now by speaking to our fantastic team who can help design the perfect package or bundle for your school.
We can design bundles for nurseries or primary schools which includes a portable defibrillator, adult and paediatric pads, a soft carry case, and a standard battery. The bundle is equipped to provide life-saving treatment in the event of a cardiac arrest in both adults and children.
Our high school bundles include a portable defibrillator, adult pads, a wall bracket, a soft carry case, a CPR assistant, and a standard battery. This bundle is equipped to provide life-saving treatment in the event of a cardiac emergency and includes a CPR assistant to guide users through the process of CPR.
Our college and higher educational packages include a portable defibrillator, adult pads, a wall bracket, a soft carry case, a CPR assistant, and a standard battery. This bundle is equipped to provide life-saving treatment in the event of a cardiac emergency and includes a CPR assistant to guide users through the process of CPR.
Our university and higher educational bundles include a portable defibrillator, adult pads, a wall bracket, a soft carry case, a CPR assistant, and a standard battery. This bundle is equipped to provide life-saving treatment in the event of a cardiac emergency and includes a CPR assistant to guide users through the process of CPR.
Rapid defibrillation is the only proven way to treat Sudden Cardiac Arrest. While CPR is an essential part of the treatment, it only buys some time before a defibrillator arrives.
Providing treatment to a pupil or staff member within 60 seconds gives the victim a 90% chance of survival, with odds dropping each minute that passes. Treatment within the first 3-5 minutes of an SCA drops to 74%. Without treatment, the chance of survival decreases by 10% per minute.
The national standard for Category 1 ambulance calls mandates an average response time of 7 minutes. If a patient does not receive treatment within this critical time frame, their chances of survival can plummet dramatically, to as low as 30%.
Having an AED on hand means that treatment can be delivered instantly, drastically increasing the chance of survival.
Lifeline is the most accessible AED to use on the market – you don’t need a medical background or any special training. You can’t make a mistake, and it’s impossible to shock someone who isn’t having a cardiac arrest.
The unit will assess the victim’s heart rhythm and make all the decisions, guiding you through each step of the rescue process by providing clear audio and visual prompts, even in the noisiest of environments.
It’s particularly well suited for schools because it doesn’t look like an intimidating medical device, an essential factor for anyone feeling daunted when using an AED for the first time.
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Check out our most frequently asked questions about defibrillators for education. If your question is still not answered, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, where our friendly and helpful team are on hand to help.
Unfortunately, AEDs are not mandatory in UK schools, although the government has recently announced plans to make it so by the end of the 2022/2023 academic school year. Defibrillators are becoming increasingly affordable and accessible – providing a perfect solution for any educational facility looking to protect students and staff.
1. Ensure the area is safe and that you have a pair of gloves.
2. Switch on the Defibrillator and follow all audio/visual prompts provided.
3. Place pads in the correct position, as per instructions – ensure they are placed firmly against the skin.
4. Follow Defibrillator’s instructions to deliver a shock if needed.
The Lifecare range of AEDs that we offer are designed to be used by an untrained user including childrern. This makes them perfect for education. We do also offer training equipment to train your team on how to use an AED which will boost confidence in using the machine.
For children eight years and older, adult pads can be used. For those younger than 8, you may need to apply the pads differently, with one pad being placed on their chest and the other on their back so that the two are not touching each other.
Using Defibrillators on school children is generally safe, and there is no risk of harming them if used correctly. Lifeline defibrillators are designed for people of any size or age and can detect whether a patient is a child or an adult, automatically adjusting the energy levels accordingly.
Get in touch now to register your interest, our friendly, professional team is waiting to help you put defibrillators into the hands of the public and save lives.