A defibrillator (AED) is needed whenever Sudden Cardiac Arrest occurs. It’s unlikely an AED will always be immediately at hand — but the key is minimising the time it takes to reach one. Every minute without defibrillation reduces the chance of survival by 10%.
In Australia, if you dial triple zero (000), an ambulance will arrive equipped with a defibrillator. But response times vary — particularly in regional and remote areas. Having your own AED means you don’t have to wait.
Where should a defibrillator be located?
Anywhere people live, work, play, or gather — including but not limited to:
- Workplaces — offices, warehouses, factories, department stores, cafés, restaurants, hotels and motels
- Community spaces — churches, halls, libraries, function centres, community meeting places and events
- Sport & recreation — gyms, sporting clubs, pools (public and private), golf courses
- Education — schools, universities, childcare centres
- Hospitality & retail — pubs, clubs, shopping centres, hotels
- Residential — homes, retirement villages, caravans, mobile homes
- On the move — cars, boats, yachts, planes, and properties in remote locations where ambulance access may be delayed
The reality is simple: if you were the victim, you’d want someone nearby to call 000, start CPR, and apply a defibrillator while the ambulance is on its way.
Has your organisation considered the liability of not having a defibrillator?
If members of the public attend your premises — for events, functions, classes, worship, or daily business — not having an accessible AED may create a liability exposure for your organisation. In South Australia, AEDs are now legally required in many public buildings, with penalties up to $20,000. Other states are expected to follow.
What about at home?
Does a family member have a cardiac history? Are you and your partner travelling around the country where ambulance access could be delayed? A personal AED could be the most important purchase you ever make. Browse our range, or check our trade-in programme if you’re upgrading an older unit.
Think you’re too young or healthy to need a defibrillator?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest doesn’t discriminate — it can strike anyone, at any age, at any time.
Call your Defibshop team on 1300 729 575 or drop us a message to discuss your needs.
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