N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-23.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:39-23.3 - Defibrillator

(a) The facility shall maintain at least one defibrillator available to trained staff in a central location.

(b) The facility shall have a written protocol on the use of the defibrillator. The protocol shall address:

1. The testing and maintenance of the defibrillator according to the manufacturer's operational guidelines; and

2. The training of staff in the use of the defibrillator.

(c) The facility shall arrange and pay for the training of a sufficient number of direct-care staff in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the proper use of the defibrillator to ensure that at least one direct-care staff member on every shift holds a current certification from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association or other training program recognized by the Department in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and the use of the defibrillator.

(d) The facility shall notify the appropriate first aid, ambulance or rescue squad or other appropriate emergency medical services provider of the type of defibrillator acquired and its location.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:39-23.3

New Rule by R.2005 d.400, effective 11/21/2005.
See: 37 N.J.R. 1932(a), 37 N.J.R. 4437(a).