AED / PAD

AED / PAD

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a small, lightweight device used to help a victim of a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). An AED can immediately correct abnormal heart rhythms present in SCA, thereby saving someone's life.

The Alameda County EMS Agency promotes County-wide AED placement and usage through our Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) program, registering the locations of AEDs, tracking their usage, and ensuring that they are ready when needed.

AED Registration
As of 2016, the Alameda County EMS Agency has registered over 2,000 AEDs located within the County. When an AED is registered, it's location is made available to 911 communication centers enabling the direction of callers to the nearest AED in an emergency.

Please fill out the AED Registration form and return it to the AED / PAD Program Coordinator, as required by California Statute 1797.196/Senate Bill 658.

Tracking AED Usage
When an AED is used in Alameda County, it is important to complete the
AED Use Form and submit it to the AED / PAD Program Coordinator within 24 hours of AED use.

For more information on our AED / PAD Program, please contact our AED / PAD Program Coordinator.