I. The School Board authorizes the use of an automatic external defibrillator (AED) in a perceived cardiac medical emergency at district worksites.

II. A minimum of three people at each worksite shall be trained to use the AED. Employees or volunteers expected to use an AED must complete a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and demonstrated proficiency in the use of a defibrillator.

III. Each worksite shall have an operational AED. The devise shall be available in a clearly marked and publicized location for all athletic activities, including those held outside of the school year. The location of the devise shall be registered with the local emergency medical services. Signs designating AED locations will be posted at each worksite. All persons reasonably expected to use the device shall be notified annually in writing of the location of each AED on school grounds.

IV. The Superintendent or designee shall develop procedures to implement this policy. The procedures shall be reviewed and approved by the Sarasota School Health Advisory Council.