Think about it for a moment: Does your workplace have an AED? Do you know how to use it in the event of an emergency? An AED, or automated external defibrillator, is one of the most essential items to have in the workplace, but it’s only helpful if you know how to use it. Businesses and individuals in the greater Cincinnati area have relied on Northern KY Emergency Medical Services for close to 50 years to keep them safe and informed through AED training, as well as CPR and first aid training, cardiac screening, and OSHA training. Certified by the American Heart Association and the American Safety and Health Institute, this nonprofit health training center is an organization you can trust.

AEDs are portable devices that monitor heart rhythm. In the event of sudden cardiac arrest (when the heart unexpectedly stops beating), AEDs can restore a normal heart rhythm by delivering an electric shock. While AEDs are not a replacement for emergency medical care, they can help keep a patient stable while waiting for medical help to arrive. Hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. die each year from sudden cardiac arrest because they didn’t have timely access to an AED; the importance of these devices in the workplace cannot be overstated.

There’s no doubt that getting an AED for your business is a worthy investment. Just the same, it’s nice to know you’re getting the best possible price. NKEMS provides AED sales at competitive prices. They also offer excellent prices on first aid kits, another workplace safety essential. For your convenience, NKEMS conducts in-office AED training and follow-up sessions to ensure you and your staff are properly educated.

Don’t take chances. Prepare yourself and your business to handle cardiac emergencies by contacting Northern KY Emergency Medical Services and finding out about their extensive health training services. You can reach them by calling (859) 572-4511 or emailing training@nkems.org.