Due to recent breakthroughs in technology directly related to automated external defibrillators (AED), officials at the Town of Davie, FL have passed an ordinance requiring certain business settings to practice a "Community Automated External Defibrillator Program", as outlined in Section #7-51.

If you received a notice informing you of this ordinance, your business meets the criteria described below. Rescue-101 recommends you, or the individual responsible for safety, risk management or human resources, to contact one of our health and safety educators for specific instructions on how to comply and fully manage an automated external defibrillator program for your organization.- Direct line: (954) 482-2215

Summary of the New Ordinance for Businesses in the Town of Davie, FL - Effective 2/06/2009

The latest ordinance (Section #7-51) mentions specific business settings that must partake in a safety program aimed at minimizing the number of deaths and/or longterm disabilities associated with sudden cardiac arrest through the acquisition of an AED(s).

Per recent ordinance (Section #7-51), some of these business settings include:

• Fitness centers, gymnasiums, and indoor recreational centers in excess of 1,500 square feet
• Theaters, restaurants, drinking establishments, with a maximum capacity of 100 or greater
• Office buildings with a square footage greater than 20,000 square feet
• Commercial and retail spaced with a square footage greater than 35,000 square feet
• All hotels and motels
• Assisted Living Facilities as defined by Section 400.402, Florida Statue as amended from time to time
• All Dental offices in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 64B5-17.015

The ordinance also highlights installation and operational procedures, requirements, exceptions, and penalties due to negligence that apply to businesses meeting the criteria described above.

According to the American Heart Association, automated external defibrillators (AED) have been proven to be safe and highly effective when used during sudden cardiac arrest. Although individuals are able to use an AED with minimal training, it is recommended that individuals be trained every two years to respond to emergencies with the confidence needed to save lives. (Please speak to an account executive to address any common misconceptions regarding AED use.)

Upon the announcement of this ordinance, Rescue-101 made it a priority to inform businesses impacted by this update. It is our intention to help businesses prevent losses resulting from fines, minimize workers' compensation claims, and promote a healthy and productive work environment for employees. By focusing on these objectives, Rescue-101 has helped keep employees safe and sharply aware of the contributors of life altering emergencies in the workplace.

Our health and safety instructors consist of certified paramedics, firefighters, police officers, and lifeguards. They are trained and dedicated to helping businesses run safer and operate smarter by having the right tools and processes in place.

We now encourage you to contact one of our professionals by dialing (954) 482-2215, or by submitting an online request for someone to contact you at a more convenient time.