For Education
Young hearts need protection too
Students can experience sudden cardiac arrest. Track AEDs across classrooms, sports fields, and campuses. Ensure every device is ready when it matters most.
Plans from $249/year for schools. Personal plan free forever.
It's not just adults at risk
Sudden cardiac arrest in young people is rare, but it happens. And when it does, having a ready AED nearby can mean the difference between a tragedy and a save.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
The most common cause of sudden cardiac death in young athletes. Often undiagnosed until a cardiac event.
Long QT Syndrome
A genetic condition causing rapid heartbeats during physical activity or stress. Often first diagnosed after a collapse.
Brugada Syndrome
An inherited arrhythmia condition. Can cause dangerous heart rhythms, especially during rest or sleep.
Commotio Cordis
Cardiac arrest from a blow to the chest at the wrong moment. Happens in sports like cricket, AFL, and baseball.
Real stories, real saves
These young Australians are alive because someone had access to an AED when it mattered.
Noah, age 10
Long QT Syndrome
"Noah had a critical incident while swimming at a friend's house. Thankfully, a recently purchased community defibrillator saved his life. His heart was shocked to correct its rhythm. After the ambulance took him to hospital, he had two further cardiac arrests."
Noah was later diagnosed with Long QT Syndrome, a genetic condition that causes rapid, chaotic heartbeats during physical activity or stress. He's now fitted with an implantable defibrillator.
Source: St John WA
Thomas, age 17
Carroll College, Broulee NSW
"Quick-thinking teachers saved Thomas Haynes' life when he suffered an unexpected cardiac arrest while playing sport at his school. The team worked together to give Tom CPR and used the school's AED to shock his heart."
The paramedics who arrived praised the teachers' actions and nominated them for cardiac arrest saviour awards. "I have a second chance at life and feel really lucky to be here," Tom said. His family has since raised $57,000 to install up to 20 AEDs along the NSW south coast.
Source: NSW Ambulance
Students can be rescuers too
"I knew I had to do CPR" — A teenager who saved a young boy's life after learning first aid at school says he would do it again. His training kicked in when he saw the boy collapse, and he performed CPR until paramedics arrived.
Schools that teach first aid and have accessible AEDs create a culture of preparedness. Students, teachers, and visitors all become potential life-savers.
Source: St John WA
AEDs across your campus
One platform to manage devices at every location
Primary Schools
Protect students, teachers, and parents. Staff can complete quick inspections between classes with a simple QR scan.
High Schools
Multiple buildings, sports facilities, and after-hours events. Track AEDs across the entire campus from one dashboard.
Universities
Sprawling campuses with dozens of buildings. Delegate inspections to building managers while central facilities maintains oversight.
Sports Facilities
Ovals, gyms, pools, and courts. High cardiac risk during physical activity — exactly where you need AEDs most.
Boarding Houses
24/7 residential care means AEDs need to be ready around the clock. Automated reminders ensure nothing slips.
School Events
Fetes, carnivals, performances. Parents and visitors on campus need the same protection as daily attendees.
Built for schools
Features that make AED management practical for education settings
QR Code Inspections
Print labels for each device. Any staff member can complete an inspection by scanning — no app download, no login, no training required.
First Aid Cert Tracking
Track staff CPR and first aid certifications. Get reminders before they expire. Export reports for WHS audits and compliance reviews.
Site-Based Organisation
Group devices by building or campus. Perfect for schools with multiple locations or university faculties managing their own equipment.
Proactive Reminders
Email and SMS alerts before pads and batteries expire. Notifications when inspections are overdue. Stay ahead of problems during busy term times.
Issue Reporting
Staff, students, or visitors can scan the QR code to report problems. Missing device? Cabinet damage? You'll know immediately.
Audit-Ready Reports
Export compliance reports for education department audits, insurance reviews, or accreditation visits. Full history at the click of a button.
AED requirements for Australian schools
State-specific mandates are driving AED adoption in education
Western Australia
A CEO Instruction from the Department of Education mandates all WA public schools have at least one AED installed outside the main administration building.
- Minimum one AED per school
- Located outside, clearly signed
- ARTG registered, Australian Standards compliant
Source: WA Department of Education CEO Instruction, November 2023
South Australia
The Automated External Defibrillators (Public Access) Act 2022 requires prescribed buildings to install and maintain AEDs from January 2026.
- Maintenance per manufacturer instructions
- Documented maintenance records required
- Schools in scope from 2026
Source: SA AED (Public Access) Act 2022
Defib Hound creates the audit trail your school needs, automatically.
Inspection records, expiry tracking, and compliance exports — ready when auditors come calling.
Every minute matters
When someone collapses from sudden cardiac arrest at your school, a ready AED can be the difference between life and tragedy.
Survival rate when an AED is used within the first few minutes
Heart Foundation Australia
Drop in survival for every minute without defibrillation
St John Ambulance
Public AEDs found not ready when needed
Scientific Reports 2022
Simple pricing for schools
All self-serve plans under $500/year
Professional
6–20 devices
- QR code inspections
- First aid cert tracking
- Email + SMS reminders
- Compliance exports
~$12 per device/year
Corporate / Enterprise
21+ devices
- Sites/locations grouping
- Bulk device import
- Dedicated onboarding
- Invoice billing available
Universities and multi-campus schools
Small school with 1–5 devices? Starter plan from $99/year →
Protect your school community
Students, teachers, parents, and visitors. Everyone deserves to know that if the worst happens, the AED will work.
Plans from $249/year for schools. No lock-in contracts.