FAQ's
What Is Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA)?
Learn about Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA) causes, response, and prevention. Find out how CPR, defibrillation, and community initiatives can save lives.
How Is Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Treated?
Learn how AEDs help in Sudden Cardiac Arrest emergencies, including basic operation and their lifesaving impact.
Where does Sudden Cardiac Arrest Happen?
Common locations for Sudden Cardiac Arrest and the vital role of AEDs in emergency responses. Be prepared to save lives in any setting.
How Do I Locate My Nearest Defibrillator?
In the event of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) time is precious, every second counts. The availability and location of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public and residential areas can make the difference between life and death. The Circuit is a national database designed to locate defibrillators quickly and efficiently.
Can I Purchase a Defibrillator For My Home?
Discover home defibrillators with pediatric options and voice guidance. Ensure fast and effective response in cardiac emergencies with easy-to-access and use models.
Can I Rent a Defibrillator?
Explore our defibrillator rental packages for an affordable way to enhance safety in your workplace or community. Learn about the benefits, included components, and how renting a defibrillator can save lives during sudden cardiac arrests. Perfect for businesses seeking cost-effective emergency solutions.
Semi Automatic v Fully Automatic - What's The Difference?
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are a life-saving investment. There are a wide range of AEDs to choose from. Many manufacturers will offer the option of either semi-automatic or fully automatic devices with additional functionalities. Learn the differences here.
What to do when your defibrillator starts to beep
Has your defibrillator gone from being silent in its storage to sounding a loud, intermittent beeping sound? Here are some things you need to know about why this could be happening. Defibrillator maintenance is important to ensure your life-saving device remains ready to rescue in the event of an emergency.
Pads and Battery Reminder Service FAQs
According to the Resuscitation Council, there are approximately 60,000 cardiac arrests in the UK each year, 90-95% of which are fatal. A shock from a defibrillator and effective CPR is the only definitive treatment for sudden cardiac arrest. It's important to protect and maintain your device to ensure it's always ready to be used in an emergency and to provide a life-saving shock if required.
