An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable device that self-diagnoses life-threatening heart rhythm disturbances - it is a safe and effective life-saving tool that belongs in the hands of even the untrained layperson. It allows essential actions to be carried out under control, even before professional help arrives.

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Q: Defibrillators in numbers

4000 people are saved by AEDs worldwide every year 75 PERCENT victims could have survived if they had been defibrillated in time 15 people a day die of sudden cardiac arrest in Slovakia 14 MINUTES average Ambulance journey 587,042 Ambulance Service interventions for the year 2022 869 393 calls to the 155 emergency line in 2022 Source: https://155.sk/

Q: Should we have a defibrillator in the workplace?

Any organization that employs a large number of people or provides services to a certain number of clients in one location is working with risk management. The most visible manifestation of such risk management is fire precautions, fire guidelines, marked escape routes and deployed fire extinguishers. Incidents related to the health of staff and clients are also an important group of risks. It is recommended that a defibrillator is provided in any workplace with a higher turnover of people, a case for all risk factors. The simple, professional and easily portable device can be placed in the reception area, reception or open-plan offices. It is true that the sooner a person with sudden circulatory arrest receives an indicated discharge from the device - the greater the chance of his or her survival without further health consequences.

Q: How does the defibrillator work?

The principle of using an AED is its ability to flawlessly and independently analyze the electrical activity of the heart thanks to electrodes glued to the chest of a non-breathing person. If it is expedient to do so, the device will recommend the execution of the discharge. The defibrillator prepares the parameters for the discharge itself and only prompts the user to execute it by pressing a button. The principle of operation of the AED eliminates the risk of unauthorized discharge and therefore of harm to the persons rescuing or being rescued. These devices can be used safely and effectively by anyone.

Q: How will I know if I have been enrolled in a course?

Enrolling in a course is very easy. Choose whether you are interested in accredited training or a first aid workshop and drop us a line via the contact form or by email. You can find the form here on our website. You can also feel free to arrange further training directly with a first aid instructor or training manager. We will then contact you with full details of when and where the course will take place, including information on how to pay for the training.

Q: Why take a first aid course?

We will teach you how to react properly to sudden life and health threatening events or serious injuries. You will gain basic knowledge about prevention, the system of operation of the emergency medical service and learn practical skills to deal with life-threatening conditions. We deliver first aid courses in an innovative way and with a focus on learning practical skills throughout the course.

Q: What is the procedure for ordering medical assistance for an event?

Send us your request via the contact form or by email. You will be contacted within a short while by our colleagues who will prepare individual documents according to the nature of your event and your requirements. You will receive comprehensive information in written form, including a quotation. After receiving and reviewing it, we will need written confirmation of the proposed terms and conditions from you or you can update your assignment to best suit your needs and capabilities.