Defibrillator Guidelines
The Derbyshire Centre has two iPAD SP1 (AED) Fully Automatic Defibrillators that are part of our Rally Kit and will be available on every centre rally.
The iPAD SP1 Fully Automatic Defibrillator is a complete AED solution giving users of all abilities the confidence to act in the event of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). It is a nominated device of the British Heart Foundation.
Further Information:
Fully automatic defibrillator
Defibrillator analyses heart rhythm and automatically administers shock if necessary.
Rugged, compact design
The unit has an IP rating of IP55 and can withstand a drop of one metre
For use on adults and children
The same set of electrode pads can be used for both adults and children. No additional pads required making it easy to switch from adult to child mode saving precious time and pressure on the user.
Non-polarised, pre-connected adult pads
The defibrillator comes with pre-connected dual adult / child electrode pads with pad life indicator showing how long the pads have left before they need replacing.
Clear Instructions
Illuminated diagrams on the unit, large responsive buttons and calm voice prompts guide the user. The unit will only administer a shock if needed.
A metronome ensures chest compressions are given at the right rate.
The unit automatically adjusts volume according to background noise and voice prompts can be heard above any noise up to 90 decibels.
Always ready for use
The unit self tests, leaving it always ready for use