Is Your Defibrillator Registered on The Circuit?

When someone goes into Sudden Cardiac Arrest, every second counts. Every minute without CPR and defibrillation reduces the chance of survival. Register your defibrillator with The Circuit today to ensure Ambulance Services can access your defibrillator in an emergency.

What is The Circuit?

The Circuit - the national defibrillator network provides a national overview as to where defibrillators can be found.

Currently, the 14 ambulance services across the UK each have their own defibrillator database for their area. The Circuit brings this information together into one database.

When you register your defibrillator on The Circuit, the location of the defibrillator and status is instantly synchronised with the emergency services' systems to ensure the information is kept up to date and ready to help save lives.

How Does The Circuit Work?

You can get your defibrillator registered on The Circuit in just a few easy steps.

Set up your account
Register your defibrillator
You're all ready

Ensure you have the following information to hand when you are registering your defibrillator:

You will need to know the location and surroundings of the defibrillator
You will need the brand, model and device serial number
You will need to know when the defibrillator is accessible
You will need to know the expiration dates of the pads/battery and the readiness status to know if the device is ready to be used in an emergency

Why is Registration so Important?

The Circuit is the key to making sure that when a Sudden Cardiac Arrest occurs, first responders at the scene are able to access the nearest working defibrillator quickly.

At the moment, many defibrillators do not get used because emergency services don't know where they are or how to access them. This can cost lives. Registration could be the difference between life and death.

More Information

Do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions you may have on registering your defibrillator on The Circuit.

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FAQs

What is The Circuit and why is it important for defibrillator registration?

The Circuit is the national defibrillator network in the UK that consolidates information from 14 different ambulance services into one comprehensive database. It tracks the location and status of defibrillators nationwide, ensuring that emergency services can quickly find and access them during a cardiac emergency. Registering your defibrillator with The Circuit is crucial for updating emergency responders on the availability and readiness of life-saving equipment.

How can I register my defibrillator on The Circuit?

To register your defibrillator on The Circuit, follow these simple steps: set up an account, register your defibrillator by providing details such as location, brand, model, serial number, accessibility, and the expiration dates of consumables like pads and batteries. This information helps keep the national database accurate and up-to-date.

What information do I need to register my defibrillator?

When registering your defibrillator on The Circuit, you'll need to provide specific information including the exact location, surrounding environment details, the defibrillator’s brand, model, serial number, the times when it is accessible, and the expiration dates of the pads and battery. This ensures that all details are precise for emergency use.

Why does registration of a defibrillator on The Circuit matter?

Registering your defibrillator on The Circuit is vital because it increases the likelihood that the device will be used in an emergency. Often, defibrillators are not utilized because emergency services are unaware of their location or how to access them quickly. Proper registration ensures that responders can find and use these devices promptly, potentially saving lives.