Safety Tips

In case of emergency, call 911 and provide the address of the court where the emergency is happening

Did you know?

According to the American Heart Association, over 294,000 Americans experience sudden cardiac arrest. While most common in adults with coronary artery disease, sudden cardiac arrest can strike people of all ages. Defibrillation, or restoring a heart beat, by means of an AED machine can double the chance of survival in these cases.

Location of Automated External Defibrillators

Liberty and RH Johnson Courts have AED machines which are located near the restrooms. The machines have easy to follow instructions (more information below).

The AED unit at the Palm Ridge / Liberty courts is mounted on one of the columns supporting the shaded canopy area.

The AED unit at the Johnson / Sands facility is mounted on the fence in the walkway between courts.

CPR Video

For more about providing CPR, see this University of Arizona Sarver Heart Center video.

Instructions

• Determine if the person is in cardiac arrest. To determine cardiac arrest, check responsiveness, breathing, and pulse.
• CALL 911 FOR ANYONE WHO IS UNCONSCIOUS OR APPEARS TO BE IN CARDIAC ARREST.
• If the person is unconscious, not breathing and has no pulse, assume they are in cardiac arrest and obtain the AED. The AED will know for sure if the person is in need of a shock to the heart.
• DON’T BE AFRAID to use an AED. They are programmed to only shock people who are in need of a shock.
• There are clear, simple instructions on the AED machine showing you where to place the electrodes. After placing the electrodes, turn on the machine, it will begin to analyze the person’s heart rhythm, usually taking between 10 to 30 seconds to determine if a shock is to be delivered. Stand clear and deliver shock if so advised.
• Resume CPR on the person after the shock is delivered until help arrives. CPR is very critical to the outcome of a cardiac arrest patient.