Minnesota HF1856 mandates warehouse distribution centers to provide access to automatic external defibrillators and trained operators for employees.

Minnesota HF1856 establishes worker safety requirements for warehouse distribution centers, mandating access to automatic external defibrillators (AED) and trained operators. Employers must ensure AEDs are available within 2.5 minutes for employees, and that trained personnel are present. Training certifications must be current and maintained by employers. The bill defines terms such as "employee," "employer," and "AED," and sets an effective date of January 1, 2026.

Minnesota HF1856 mandates warehouse distribution centers to provide access to automatic external defibrillators and trained operators for employees.

Minnesota HF1856 establishes worker safety requirements for warehouse distribution centers, mandating access to automatic external defibrillators (AED) and trained operators. Employers must ensure AEDs are available within 2.5 minutes for employees, and that trained personnel are present. Training certifications must be current and maintained by employers. The bill defines terms such as "employee," "employer," and "AED," and sets an effective date of January 1, 2026.