AED at sports facilities: Safety on and around the field

Sports are healthy and fun, but intense exertion also carries risks. Unfortunately, we regularly see athletes or spectators suffer cardiac arrest . In such a situation, every second counts. That's why an AED device is simply indispensable at every sports facility.

Quick help saves lives in the 6-minute zone

In the event of cardiac arrest, the chance of survival decreases by 10% for every minute that passes without action. Because sports fields are often located outside of the city or difficult for ambulances to reach, the responsibility for the first few minutes falls on the shoulders of coaches, teammates, and volunteers. With an AED nearby , you can start defibrillation immediately, even before the professionals arrive.

Protection for athletes and spectators

Cardiac arrest doesn't discriminate: it can strike a fit 20-year-old striker, but it can also strike a grandpa watching from the sidelines. The risk is statistically higher, especially at large events or on busy Saturdays. By installing an AED in a central location at your sports facility, you create a safe environment for everyone.

Your responsibility as an association

As a sports organization, you want to offer your members a safe environment. Purchasing an AED sends a powerful message: you take your members' health seriously. Moreover, it's increasingly seen as a standard expectation of good governance within a club.

Training: Know what to do

Installing an AED is the first step, but you naturally want your trainers and volunteers to feel confident using it too. Fortunately, the AED's operation is very simple, but AED training gives your team that extra bit of peace of mind and confidence during an emergency. You'll learn how to perform CPR while the AED analyzes the heart rhythm.

Make your club heart-safe

Is your sports facility prepared for a medical emergency? We're happy to help you get everything in order.

• Which AED is suitable for sports? Sports venues are often large and sometimes damp (think locker rooms). Use our AED Selection Guide to find a model that is rugged and water resistant.

• Looking to buy an AED now? Browse our selection and discover which brands (such as Zoll , Philips , or Mindray ) best suit your budget.

• Ensure visibility: Hang the AED in a conspicuous place AED outdoor cabinet and register him with HartslagNu, so that citizen responders can also find him.

• Worry-free maintenance: An AED that doesn't work because of an empty AED battery is a nightmare. With our maintenance contracts We ensure that the equipment at your club is always in top condition.

• Practicing with the team? Order a AED trainer and resuscitation dolls to organize an instruction evening for the volunteers yourself.

Invest in the safety of your members and spectators. Together, we'll make the sports world heart-safe!