- Visually inspect the AED to ensure that the AED status is OK.
- Open wall cabinet door to ensure that the alarm is audible and the light is flashing.
- Turn off alarm cabinet with key.
- Remove the AED and check the “Ready Kit” for supplies. Required supplies include:
- CPR Face Shield (mouth-to-mouth barrier)
- Razor
- Scissors
- Medical Exam Gloves
- Ensure that AED pads are present and not expired. Also, make sure that the pad package has not been opened or tampered with.
- Return the AED to its cabinet.
- Turn on the alarm with cabinet key.