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Defibrillators for Retail

Safeguard customers and employees against the dangers of an SCA with our retail AED bundles, ideal for shopping centres and all public spaces. Contact our team today to see how our AED bundles can help you.

AED’s for Retail

SCA claims thousands of lives annually, with over 80% occurring out of the hospital. Retail environments see a vast amount of footfall every day – and with 3,000 people suffering SCA every week in the UK, companies have a duty of care to provide a defibrillator.

Despite this significant statistic, only a handful of retail premises in the UK have a defibrillator on site, and there are no laws enforcing the placement of AEDs in public. Prominent organisations such as the British Heart Foundation and St John’s Ambulance recommend defibrillator installation for all businesses – so if you want to join the growing number of retailers choosing to protect staff and customers with an AED on site, you’ve come to the right place.

Why should you invest in a defibrillator for your retail business?

Retailers encounter a wide variety of people every day – and since SCA can affect anyone at any time, even seemingly fit and healthy young people, all retailers can benefit from installing a defibrillator on site.

SCA is fatal without early intervention. Survival rates without defibrillation are less than 10% – but with defibrillator use within the first few minutes of SCA, a person’s chances of survival increase by over 50%. Conversely, for each minute that passes, the chance of survival drops by 10% – making easy access to an AED essential in SCA.

Ambulance response times vary from area to area and average around 11 minutes, which could be too late.

AED’s at Shopping Outlets

Here at Martek Lifecare, we provide retail companies with the perfect AED bundle, perfectly designed and tailored to the requirements of your business’s environment.

Supermarkets

Our AED package provides supermarkets with the perfect solution for sudden cardiac arrest in adults or children – providing treatment when it matters most.

Shopping Centres

Our range of Lifeline AED bundles ensures that customers and employees are protected in any retail environment.

Protect Your Customers

Having an AED on-site offers a variety of benefits, including the protection of your customers and colleagues. 

Peace of mind for you, your staff and your customers

Since SCA can affect anyone without warning, having an AED within your retail environment offers an extra layer of protection for your employees and visitors. It may also comfort customers knowing they are protected, especially those with existing heart conditions. 

Full support from our friendly team

Our expert team will be on hand to guide and advise you at every step of the way, whether you need help choosing a defibrillator for your business or would like support with servicing and maintaining your AED.

Dedicated training available

The Lifeline range of AEDs is designed to be simple and safe enough for anyone to use, although training can help you and your staff feel confident with the device. 

Specialist bundles for retail 

We offer a variety of dedicated packages and specialised solutions for retailers here at Martek Lifecare. Which one is right for your retail business? Get in touch, and we’ll be happy to advise you on an option that’s tailored to you. 

Further Reading

Discover more about the importance of AED’s in retail with the Martek Lifecare blog.

FAQ’s

Check out our most frequently asked questions about defibrillators for retail. 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.

What type of defibrillator is best for retail?

You can’t go wrong with Martek’s range of Lifeline AEDs, as it’s one of the easiest-to-use defibrillators available on the market. This makes it the perfect defibrillator to be placed in the hands of the public who may be untrained in an emergency. You can browse our packages or speak to our team for more information on which model best suits your needs.

Do I need insurance or special permission to install a defibrillator on my premises?

No – as defibrillators are designed to be used by members of the public, no special insurance or permission is needed to purchase one.

Will I be liable if something goes wrong?

No – as long as you use an AED from a reputable supplier and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, you will not be liable if something goes wrong.  AEDs feature innovative technology, which ensures they cannot be misused – a shock won’t be delivered if it is not needed, so anyone using an AED cannot be held liable if they intend to save someone’s life.

You will, however, be responsible as a business for the upkeep of the AED – ensuring it is rescue ready at all times. Improper care or negligence can have legal consequences, so you must always ensure that your AED is kept in proper working order, replacing the batteries and pads when needed.
We’ll be on hand to help you manage the maintenance and servicing requirements of your AED for complete peace of mind.

Where should I keep the defibrillator?

This will be determined by the size and layout of your business, but a good rule is to keep any AED clearly visible and easily accessible in case of an emergency. We would also advise keeping it close to your staff so that someone can quickly grab it if needed.

Take Action Today!

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.

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