Rhode Island State AED Laws
Summary of Requirements
A physician's approval is required for AED purchases. AED users should receive training following American Heart Association or American Red Cross standards. However, there are no specific regulations regarding EMS notification, maintenance, or notification of use.
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Physician | Must have physician approval of the AED purchase. |
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CPR/AED Training | AED user must be trained in the use of an AED in accordance with standards promulgated by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. |
| EMS Notification | No Current Legislation | |
| Maintenance Program | No Current Legislation | |
| Notification of Use | No Current Legislation | |
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| Good Samaritan Protection |
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RI Gen Laws § 9-1-34 - 2012 Provides Good Samaritan protection for use of an AED and establishes guidelines for AED programs. |
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| Reference |
Date | Summary |
| RI Gen Laws § 23-6.5-2 | 2017 | Outlines instructions to ensure the public health and safety for a person that acquires an AED. |
| RI Gen Laws § 23-6.2-2 | 2016 | Outlines requirements of the Rhode Island municipal police academy, regarding AED distribution among every city in Rhode Island. |
| RI Gen Laws § 16-22-15 | 2013 | The department of elementary and secondary education shall develop and prescribe a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training course for public school students in the state. The course shall be established in accordance with the requirements and criteria obtained from the Red Cross and/or the American Heart Association and the director of the department of health. |
| RI Gen Laws § 5-50-12 | 2013 | Outlines AED requirements for health clubs. |
| Statute 9-1-34 | 1999 | Provides for Good Samaritan protection. |
| SB 2239 | 1998 | Provides defibrillators for every city and town in the state. |