Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Use Policy

Use of automated external defibrillators (AED) will be in compliance with the responsibilities and procedures outlined in this policy and consistent with American Heart Association guidelines and those identified by the State Emergency Medical Services Coordination Committee.

All AED’s must be approved by the Oversight Committee prior to purchase and must be obtained through MSU Purchasing.

The policy applies to all AED units on campus, whether obtained by individual departments or by the University.

• Responsibilities of Oversight Committee
• Procedure for the Purchase, Placement, and Use of AEDs
• Responsibilities of Area Coordinator
• Criteria for Consideration for AED approval on Campus
• Request for AED (PDF form )
• AED Post-Incident Report (PDF form)
• Office of Risk Management
• Complete policy and both forms (PDF)

Updated: 7/15/08