Inspection of 159 Automated External Defibrillators in Seongdong-gu

159 Devices Installed at 71 Mandatory Facilities Including Schools and Parks
Youth Administrative Experience Group Participation Continues This Year, Running for One Month from the 8th

Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Mayor Jung Won-oh) will conduct on-site inspections of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) installed in mandatory emergency equipment institutions within the district from July 8 to August 6.

The inspection targets a total of 159 AEDs installed at 71 locations, including multi-unit residential complexes with 500 or more households and multi-use facilities, which are required to have such equipment.

The main inspection items include ▲ whether the AED equipment is functioning properly ▲ battery status and pad expiration dates ▲ whether the person responsible for management has completed the required training.

This year’s on-site inspection will be conducted by the Youth Administrative Experience Group, continuing from last year. Working in pairs, they will inspect the equipment installed on site and directly experience the process of verifying the equipment management understanding of the person responsible.

An AED is essential equipment that can deliver an electric shock to the heart of a patient in cardiac arrest to restore heart rhythm, potentially saving lives in the early stages.

In this regard, in emergency situations, the Emergency Medical Information Provision app (E-GEN) allows users to easily find the location of nearby AEDs.

Jung Won-oh, Mayor of Seongdong-gu, said, "As cases of life-saving using AEDs have recently increased, the importance of emergency equipment has been emphasized, and interest from the general public as well as emergency medical personnel has become crucial." He added, "We will continue to manage thoroughly so that quick response is possible in emergencies through meticulous inspections."

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