Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) can strike anyone, anywhere – including your workplace. Having a defibrillator for workplace emergencies isn’t just a smart investment – it could be the difference between life and death when every second counts.
Here’s why your business should be prepared.
What Is a Defibrillator and How Does It Work?
A defibrillator is a medical device that delivers a shock to the heart during cardiac arrest, helping to restore a normal rhythm. A defibrillator for workplace use is usually an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), designed for untrained responders with clear voice prompts and easy operation.
The defibrillator works by stopping the heart while it is a rhythm that cannot support life – commonly Ventricular Fibrillation. The heart’s natural pacemaker should then take over and restore a normal rhythm.
Cardiac Arrest in the workplace
More than 60,000 out of hospital cardiac arrests occur in the UK every year, and sadly less than 1 in 10 of these are survived currently. Intervention and defibrillation within 3-5 minutes is needed to give the best chance of cardiac arrest survival.
Currently, ambulance waiting times for a category 1 call are targeted to be less than 15 minutes – by this point, survival from a cardiac arrest would be highly unlikely if CPR and a defibrillator had not been used.
Simply waiting for the emergency services is not a feasible option, steps must be taken before this to give the best chance at survival and a defibrillator on site allows this.
Why you should have a Defibrillator for workplace safety
Saves Lives
Immediate defibrillation can double or triple the chances of survival. Having a defibrillator for your workplace makes that possible.
Promotes a Safety-First Culture
Employees feel safer knowing that life-saving equipment is available on-site.
Meets Legal & Industry Standards
Many sectors – from education to manufacturing – require defibrillators in public and private work environments to comply with safety regulations.
Shows you value your people
Installing a defibrillator demonstrates a proactive commitment to health and safety.
Be confident to act when every second counts
Confidence in your first aid skills can reduce hesitation when intervening to give care to someone suffering a suspected cardiac arrest. With the casualty’s chances of survival falling by around 10% every minute – prompt action is needed to give them the best chances.
For July only, Defib Warehouse is offering 10 free e-learning licenses with the purchase of one of our most popular defibrillators – the ZOLL AED Plus. Our bespoke e-learning Platform ELSA contains courses explaining how to respond to a cardiac arrest and use a defibrillator.
It includes:
- A reliable, easy-to-use defibrillator
- A rescue kit containing razor, wipes and more to prepare the casualty for defibrillation
- 10 e-learning licenses on our bespoke platform ELSA.
What Does a Workplace Defibrillator Cost?
A typical defibrillator for workplace use ranges from £1,000 to £2,500. This small investment can protect lives, reduce liability, and give you peace of mind.
Rental option
To avoid any upfront investment, defibrillator rental options are becoming increasingly popular with both individuals and businesses.
Defib Warehouse’s rental options include storage for your AED as well as e-learning licenses to get you familiar with your device and consumable replacements should your device be used.
These rental packages are available for 0.99p per day and can be viewed here.
Protect your team before an emergency happens.
Get the trusted ZOLL AED Plus – the ideal defibrillator for workplace safety – with free e-learning through July only.
Need help choosing the right package? Contact us today, your preparation could save a life.
