New Jersey State AED Laws

Involvement of a licensed physician is required to ensure compliance. Those acquiring an AED must ensure users hold a current certification in CPR and AED use from recognized organizations. Notify the appropriate emergency medical services provider of the AED acquisition and its location. Maintain and test the defibrillator according to the manufacturer's guidelines. In case of use, request emergency medical assistance promptly from the appropriate first aid, ambulance, or rescue squad.

Summary of Requirements
	Physician	Must have involvement of a licensed physician to ensure compliance.
	CPR/AED Training	A person or entity that acquires an automated external defibrillator shall ensure that any person, prior to using that defibrillator, has successfully completed and holds a current certification from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or other training program recognized by the Department of Health and Senior Services in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use of a defibrillator.
	EMS Notification	A person or entity that acquires an automated external defibrillator shall notify the appropriate first aid, ambulance or rescue squad or other appropriate emergency medical services provider that the person or entity has acquired the defibrillator, the type acquired and its location.
	Maintenance Program	A person or entity that acquires an automated external defibrillator shall ensure that the defibrillator is maintained and tested according to the manufacturer's operational guidelines.
	Notification of Use	Any person who uses a defibrillator shall request emergency medical assistance from the appropriate first aid, ambulance or rescue squad as soon as practicable.