AED Inspection Checklist

AED Inspection Checklist
Monthly Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Inspection
AED Model
Serial Number #
Inspected Date and Time
MonthDayYear
Date
Hour MinutesAM/PM Option
AED Location
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
CityState / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Inspector Name
First NameLast Name
Verify AED operation, check all that works respectively
Open AED lid / Turn on AEDWait for status indicator to change from RED to GREEN after five secondsClose AED lid / Turn off AEDWait for status indicator to change from RED to GREEN after five secondsCheck expiration date of electrode pads
Are the electrode pads in the AED container?
YesNo
Electrode pads expiration date
MonthDayYear
Date
Is the AED battery properly charged?
YesNo
AED battery installation date
MonthDayYear
Date
AED battery expiration date
MonthDayYear
Date
Are the AED pads and a spare set present, and in good condition?
YesNo
AED pads expiration date
MonthDayYear
Date

Automated External Defibrillator Inspection

	Yes	No	Notes
Is the AED case accessible and highly visible? There should be nothing that obstructs or obscures the AED from quickly finding and accessing it for use.
Does the AED case alarm properly? Check that the case sounds the alarm if opened, and if provided, sends a signal to a monitoring location.
Is the AED intact and free of damage? Inspect the overall condition of the AED. Pay particular attention to connector sockets. AED should be clean.
Is the AED and case clean? The outside of the AED can be cleaned with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water or a 10% bleach solution. Clean the case with soapy water.
Is the green Ready light blinking? A blinking green light indicates the AED passed its last self-test. A steady green Ready light indicates the AED is running a self-test or is in use. If the Ready light is off, see the troubleshooting guide in the Owner’s Manual.
Are 2 pairs of rubber gloves, 1 barrier face piece, scissors, razor, and cloth / gauze pad present?
Are the Quick Reference Guide present and all labels legible? The Quick Reference Guide should be visible in the clear window of the case. Check that all warning and informational labels are legible.