A user-friendly tool that can save lives


You never know when an emergency will


occur. Te average response time for first responders aſter 911 is called is eight to 12 minutes. For each minute defibrillation is delayed, the odds of survival are reduced by approximately 10%. Having access to an AED and knowing how to use it is crucial in an emergency. It should be placed in a highly traf- ficked area with appropriate signage. AEDs should be part of every emergency response plan, along with CPR and first aid. By having them available, your camp is allowing staff, vol- unteers, members, etc., to increase their safety in ensuring that something can be done imme- diately if a cardiac incident were to take place. Anyone can use an AED. Training is recom- mended to help the user increase their comfort level and confidence while operating the device. AEDs are intended for use by the pub- lic, and again, most of them have audible voice prompts to guide users through the process. Non-medical personnel who are trained in CPR often receive training on AEDs as well. Training can often be provided by the same company the AED was purchased from. The American Red Cross also offers AED training courses. Training requirements can vary from state to state. 


Brittney Zinkowich is a risk control service agent at Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. She has five years of experience in the insurance industry, working in both claims and risk control. She also sits on the board of the Safety Committee and is a member of the Women’s Leadership Initiative. Brittney resides in Wisconsin with her husband and their two boys.


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