Washington HB1863 mandates cardiac emergency response plans in schools, including team designation, AED placement, and staff training.

Washington HB1863 requires school districts to develop cardiac emergency response plans for cardiac arrest incidents on school property. These plans must include a response team, AED placement, and staff training in CPR and AED use. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction will develop guidance for a medical emergency response program and establish a grant program to assist schools in implementing these plans and purchasing AEDs. Athletic coaches must also obtain CPR, first aid, and AED training.

Washington HB1863 mandates cardiac emergency response plans in schools, including team designation, AED placement, and staff training.

Washington HB1863 requires school districts to develop cardiac emergency response plans for cardiac arrest incidents on school property. These plans must include a response team, AED placement, and staff training in CPR and AED use. The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction will develop guidance for a medical emergency response program and establish a grant program to assist schools in implementing these plans and purchasing AEDs. Athletic coaches must also obtain CPR, first aid, and AED training.