West Virginia SB96 mandates counties to register automated external defibrillators with the Office of Emergency Medical Services.

West Virginia SB96 requires counties to register automated external defibrillators (AEDs) with the Office of Emergency Medical Services. The bill aims to improve access to early defibrillation by encouraging the placement of AEDs in coordination with emergency medical services. Entities placing AEDs must register the devices, identify their locations, train operators, coordinate with emergency medical services, designate a medical director, maintain equipment, and report AED utilization.

West Virginia SB96 mandates counties to register automated external defibrillators with the Office of Emergency Medical Services.

West Virginia SB96 requires counties to register automated external defibrillators (AEDs) with the Office of Emergency Medical Services. The bill aims to improve access to early defibrillation by encouraging the placement of AEDs in coordination with emergency medical services. Entities placing AEDs must register the devices, identify their locations, train operators, coordinate with emergency medical services, designate a medical director, maintain equipment, and report AED utilization.