AED Compliance Made Simple
Keep your AED ready
Track your AED maintenance, never miss an expiry date, and stay compliant with automated reminders. Simple enough for home use, powerful enough for organisations.
No credit card required. Free forever for personal use.
Every minute matters
Over 25,000 Australians experience sudden cardiac arrest each year. When an AED is ready and used quickly, survival rates dramatically improve.
Survival rate when an AED is used within the first few minutes
Source: Heart Foundation Australia
Every minute without defibrillation, survival chances drop by 10%
Source: St John Ambulance
AEDs aren't ready when needed due to expired pads or batteries
Source: Scientific Reports 2022
But here's the problem
Research shows 1 in 6 public AEDs aren't ready for use when needed. The main cause? Expired electrode pads that nobody checked.
WorkSafe has identified AEDs with flat batteries, expired pads, and devices that fail when used. Most owners don't know when consumables expire until it's too late.
The most common mistake: discovering your pads are expired during an actual emergency.
Sources: Kim et al., Scientific Reports 2022; WorkSafe WA Bulletin No. 11
Common issues found
- • Expired electrode pads — the cause of 83% of non-ready AEDs in one study
- • Flat batteries discovered during emergencies
- • AEDs failing to operate when actually used
- • Devices not visible or accessible when needed
Sources: Kim et al., Scientific Reports 2022; WorkSafe WA Bulletin No. 11
Real stories, real lives saved
When an AED is ready and available, the outcomes speak for themselves.
Football Club Save
Australia, 2024
A 52-year-old collapsed during a Saturday morning game. Within 90 seconds, the club's regularly inspected AED delivered a life-saving shock. He walked out of hospital three days later.
Home AED Success
Australia, 2024
After her husband's first cardiac event, a wife purchased a home AED. When he collapsed again 18 months later, she used the device she'd kept maintained. He survived.
Everything you need to keep your AED ready
Defib Hound takes the guesswork out of AED compliance with automated tracking and reminders.
Expiry Tracking
Automatic reminders before your pads and batteries expire.
QR Code Inspections
Anyone can scan and inspect - no login required.
Compliance Reports
Export PDF reports for audits and peace of mind.
Smart Reminders
Email for all, SMS for paid plans.
Get started in minutes
Three simple steps to AED peace of mind
Register your AED
Add your device details and expiry dates. Select your model from our database or enter custom details. Takes less than 2 minutes.
Print your QR code
Download and print a weatherproof QR code label. Stick it near your AED so anyone can scan it to inspect or report issues.
Relax and respond
We'll remind you when inspections are due or consumables need replacing. Focus on your day knowing your AED is tracked.
Simple, focused, effective
A clean dashboard shows you exactly what needs attention. No clutter, no confusion.
At-a-glance compliance status
See immediately which devices need attention
Works on any device
Desktop, tablet, or phone - access anywhere
No training required
Intuitive interface anyone can use
Simple, honest pricing
Start free, upgrade when you need more. All plans under $500/year.
Personal
For home AED owners
- 1 AED device
- 6-monthly reminders
- QR code inspections
- Expiry tracking
Starter
For small teams
- 1–5 AED devices
- Monthly reminders
- Email + SMS
- Compliance exports
- Team access
Professional
For growing organisations
- 6–20 AED devices
- Everything in Starter
- First aid cert tracking
- Priority support
Need more devices? Corporate (21–50) at $449/year or contact us for 51+ devices.
New: South Australia AED requirements from 2026
From January 2026, certain prescribed buildings in South Australia must install and maintain AEDs under the Automated External Defibrillators (Public Access) Act 2022. Buildings in scope must maintain devices "in accordance with manufacturer instructions" and keep appropriate records.
The question is: can you prove your AED was checked? Defib Hound creates the compliance record you need.
Source: SA Automated External Defibrillators (Public Access) Act 2022
Common questions
How often should I inspect my AED?
Industry guidance recommends monthly inspections to check the status indicator, ensure pads and batteries aren't expired, and verify the device is clean and accessible. Defib Hound sends reminders to help you stay on schedule, and the QR code makes it easy to complete an inspection in under a minute.
Source: ZOLL Medical maintenance guidelines
Can anyone perform an inspection?
Yes. The QR code on your AED allows anyone with a smartphone to perform an inspection. They don't need an account or training. The guided checklist walks them through each step. This is perfect for delegating inspections to volunteers, staff members, or even neighbours.
What happens when pads or batteries expire?
We send reminders at 90, 30, 14, and 7 days before expiry (and on the expiry date). This gives you plenty of time to order replacements. After expiry, your device status changes to "Critical" in your dashboard. Expired pads may not stick properly or conduct electricity effectively, potentially preventing the device from delivering a shock when needed.
Is my data secure?
Absolutely. We use industry-standard encryption for all data transmission and storage. Your device locations aren't publicly visible unless you choose to share them. Inspection records are only accessible to you and anyone you authorise. We don't sell your data to third parties.
Can I change plans later?
Yes. You can upgrade or downgrade at any time. If you upgrade, you'll be charged the prorated difference. If you downgrade, the remaining credit applies to your new plan. All your data is preserved when changing plans. If you exceed device limits on a lower plan, you'll need to archive devices to stay within limits.
Ready to keep your AED compliant?
Join organisations across Australia already using Defib Hound to ensure their AEDs are ready when it matters most.
No credit card required. Free plan available forever.