Month: June 2023
Warming temperatures call for hot questions about whether the heat is safe for your lifesaving device In the heat of the summer, our concerns about the performance of life-saving devices like automated external defibrillators (AEDs) may have us wondering if keeping an AED stored outside is safe. Whether in an outdoor shed or the trunk of your car, just as extreme cold can affect an AED’s functionality, so can excessive heat. Here’s why! What temperature should I store my AED? Be sure to store your device in temperatures that don’t exceed the standard limit to ensure the longevity of your …