Bill > S1473

This bill requires that all public buildings in Norfolk County under the direct supervision of the Norfolk County Commissioners be equipped with at least one automatic external defibrillator (AED), which is a portable electronic device used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by delivering an electric shock to restart the heart. The bill mandates that during business hours, at least one employee or authorized volunteer trained as an AED provider must be present in these buildings. The Norfolk County Commissioners are responsible for ensuring that the AEDs are functional and available in sufficient numbers. Additionally, the bill includes a liability protection clause that shields individuals who attempt to provide emergency medical care, such as CPR or using a defibrillator, from legal action as long as they act in good faith and without gross negligence or willful misconduct. This legislation aims to improve public safety by increasing the availability of life-saving medical equipment and trained personnel in Norfolk County public buildings.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1473