P-06-1384 Introduce legislation where it is mandatory to have an defibrillator in workplaces and sport clubs

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This petition was submitted by Sharon Owen, having collected 380 signatures.

Text of Petition:                    

A defibrillator is a device designed to save lives in emergency situations. It plays a crucial role in providing immediate care to individuals experiencing a cardiac arrest. During such a medical emergency, time is of the essence, and the presence of a defibrillator can be the difference between life and death. Research has shown that with the use of a defibrillator, survival rates are increased to 50-70%. These devices are user-friendly and can be operated by individuals with minimal training.

Additional Information

With the addition of this legislation, people in work places and sport clubs will have increased coverage of a bystander defibrillator and therefore increasing survival rates of anyone in close proximity suffering from a cardiac arrest.

Status 

This petition was considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 13/05/2024. 

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It was first considered by the Petitions Committee on 13/05/2024. 

Senedd Constituency and Region

·     Caerphilly

·     South Wales East

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