The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
Build an AED Program
Is your business larger than 50,000 square feet? Does it
have more than 25 visitors a day? If so, your business must have an AED.
Effective January 1,
2010, Oregon
businesses that meet these qualifications are required by law to have at least
one Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and trained personnel on their
premises. Read the Law.
Fortunately, the American Red Cross can help with all of
your AED needs – from purchase to training and maintainance.
The Oregon Mountain River Chapter recognizes the importance of increased access to
early defibrillation. We have been working with local companies
to implement AED programs since 2000 and we can lend our
expertise in order to ensure that your company is prepared to respond in the
event of a cardiac emergency.
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the United
States, claiming 350,000 lives annually. These
lifesaving devices are now available where people spend most of their waking
time – the workplace.
We can provide one point of contact for:
Purchasing an AED unit
Purchasing AED supplies,
accessories, and storage devices
Acquiring contacts for
medical direction
AED protocol information
CPR/AED/First Aid training
Annual reminders & follow
up information
Training and supplies for
disaster response
Remember, when you choose to buy an AED and safety training from
the American Red Cross, you are not only making an investment toward protecting
your employees and visitors, your organization is also supporting the Red Cross
mission to save and rebuild lives right here in Oregon.
