Louisiana State AED Laws

Involvement of a licensed physician or advanced practice nurse is required for AED programs to ensure compliance with training, EMS notification, and maintenance. Users at specific locations must receive CPR/AED training from recognized organizations. AED possessors should notify the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and local emergency providers about the AED. Maintenance should align with manufacturer guidelines, and in cardiac arrest cases, activate the emergency medical services system promptly. Report clinical AED use to the involved medical professional.

Summary of Requirements
	Physician	A licensed physician or advanced practice registered nurse who is authorized to prescribe must be involved in the possessor's program to ensure compliance with the requirements for training, emergency medical service (EMS) notification, and maintenance. Any clinical use of the AED must be reported to the licensed physician or advanced practice registered nurse involved in the possessor's program.
	CPR/AED Training	Expected AED users regularly, on the premises of a particular entity, such as a work site, must receive appropriate training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and in the use of an AED by the American Heart Association or by any other nationally recognized course in CPR and AED use.
	EMS Notification	Any person or entity which possesses an AED shall notify the bureau of emergency medical services in the office of public health of the Department of Health and Hospitals and a local provider of emergency medical services, such as 911 service, local ambulance service, or the fire department of the acquisition, location, and type of AED.
	Maintenance Program	Any person or entity who possesses an AED shall ensure that the AED is maintained and tested according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
	Notification of Use	The emergency medical services system must be activated as soon as possible when an individual renders emergency care to an individual in cardiac arrest by using an AED.