Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Approved AED Model/Brand

SMCCCD has chosen the Physio-Control LIFEPAK CR2 AED as the standardized model, which has been implemented at Cañada College, the College of San Mateo, Skyline College, and the District Office. The CR2 offers industry-leading technology that allows continual chest compressions during electrocardiogram (EKG) rhythm analysis, thereby reducing pauses between CPR and defibrillation. In an AED comparison study, the CR2 helped lay responders deliver the highest overall CPR quality.

AED Standardization Objective

The OEM has been tasked with overseeing the procurement and replacement of all AEDs on District Grounds. To achieve this task, the OEM has secured grant funding and established a Strategic AED Replacement Plan. The plan identifies one (1) approved AED brand/model, priority replacement tiers, estimated costs for future replacements and projects, and a projected timeline for completion.

As of September 2023, the AED Standardization Objective has reached 90% completion and is expected to conclude in 2024.

Physio-Control LIFEPAK CR2 AED Configuration

Semi-Automatic
English/Spanish
Wireless Connectivity
CPR insight

Semi-Automatic Configuration:

Requires manual press of the “shock” button to deliver the defibrillation. Ensure no one is in contact with the patient prior to delivering the shock. Use, “I’m clear, you’re clear, we’re all clear”, prior to delivering the shock to the patient.

The American Heart Association's Chain-of-Survival

The SMCCCD shall follow the American Heart Association’s Chain-of-survival when responding to possible cardiac arrest emergencies.

Recognize an Emergency
Call 9-1-1
Begin CPR
Use an AED

A copy of the AHA’s chain of survival can be found by visiting www.heart.org.

AED USE PROCEDURES

View AED use procedures here

Organization and Policies