2025 School & Teacher First Aid Education & Compliance Guide

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St John Ambulance SA

AEDs

Overview:

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, at anytime, anywhere. Both children and adults can experience cardiac arrest without any pre-existing conditions, making it vital for educational institutions to be prepared with the essential training and equipment to manage this situation. Early CPR and early access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) are vital for providing a chance at survival.

All schools are required to have an AED The South Australian Government is leading the way in saving lives from sudden cardiac arrest by mandating AEDs in certain buildings, facilities and vehicles across South Australia.

Buildings, facilities and emergency service vehicles owned by the Crown are now required to comply with this legislation, including applicable schools. Failure to comply will attract penalties.

Non-Crown owned buildings, facilities and vehicles have until 1 January 2026 to comply.

All schools will be required to have one AED, but schools should consider their individual campus requirements and ability to access this lifesaving device quickly in an emergency.

St John SA can help you determine the best solution for your school community.

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