Automated External Defibrillator
BGSU has Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) strategically placed across the main and Firelands campuses. Many AEDs are housed in wall-mounted storage cabinets for ease of access. Public Safety also carries AEDs with them as part of first response.
Contact BGSU Police Dispatch at 419-372-2346 with questions or concerns.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program
An AED is used to treat victims who experience sudden cardiac arrest. It is only to be applied to victims who are unconscious, not breathing normally and showing no signs of circulation, such as normal breathing, coughing and movement. The AED will analyze the heart rhythm and advise the operator if a shockable rhythm is detected. If a shockable rhythm is detected, the AED will charge to the appropriate energy level and automatically deliver a shock or advise the operator to deliver the shock.
AED Locations
AEDs are in many buildings across campus, and many are stored in a wall mount cabinet for ease of access. Many police cruisers are also equipped with AEDs. It should be noted that some AEDs may be moved temporarily to provide coverage for special events. A complete list of AED locations can be found on the Public Safety website.
Who Can Use An AED?
Anyone can, at their discretion provide voluntary assistance to victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Volunteer responders are encouraged to contribute to emergency response only to the extent they are comfortable.
Public Safety & Office of Emergency Management Responsibilities
- Check the device once each calendar month and document system readiness.
- AED Program Contact replaces supplies as needed.
When To Use An AED
The AED may be used on any individual 8 years old or older and displaying ALL the following symptoms associated with cardiac arrest:
- Victim is unconscious.
- Victim is not breathing.
- Victim has no pulse and/or shows no signs of circulation such as normal breathing, coughing or movement.
- Pediatric pads, which are located at the Ice Arena, Sebo Center, Stroh Center, Student Recreation Center and in Police Cruisers, should be used on children less than 8 years old or under 55 pounds.
Post Event Review
A post incident review shall be conducted following each deployment of an AED to learn from the experience. The main caregiver is required to complete the Post-Incident Report Form for Cardiac Arrests anytime an AED is put on a patient submit the form to Public Safety Police Dispatch within 24 hours of the event.
AED Program Contact
Kelvin Freeman (BSGU Public Safety – Office of Emergency Management)
419-372-2346
AED Locations by Site
Main Campus
| Site | AED Locations |
| Anderson Arena | 1st floor – Tunnel on the West side of the arena/gymnasium **Restricted access - hallway doors locked, code required** |
| Business Administration | 2nd floor – College of Business lounge area on East wall across from stairs |
| Carillon Dining Hall | Behind Front Register |
| Central Services (Campus Operations) | Break Area East Wall |
| Eppler Complex | Eppler South 1st Floor inside room S124 (Exercise Physiology Lab) **Restricted access - lab may be locked** Eppler Center 1st floor main hall across from gymnasium |
| Fieldhouse | Main lobby wall next to the locker room by the turf room |
| Huntington Building | Near main entrance outside room 142 |
| Ice Arena | Training room inside Falcon hockey locker room **Restricted access - locker room and training room may be locked** Outside of the pro shop at south end of rink |
| Jerome Library | 1st floor near elevators next to open staircase |
| Moore Musical Arts | 1st floor coat check area just outside main lobby |
| Olscamp Hall | Hallway on South side of large meeting room 101 near central lounge area |
| Public Safety | Police Cruisers #1 *Restricted access - AED's in cars on patrol** Police Cruisers #2 *Restricted access - AED's in cars on patrol** Police Cruisers #3 *Restricted access - AED's in cars on patrol** Police Cruisers #4 *Restricted access - AED's in cars on patrol** |
| Sebo Center | Exam room 100C inside athletic training room near Falcon football locker room **Restricted access - training room door may be locked** 2nd floor hallway near main staircase Exam room 100C inside athletic training room near Falcon football locker room **Restricted access - training room door may be locked** |
| Stroh Center | Exam room 106B inside athletic training room in South hallway **Restricted access - training room door may be locked** Lower Concourse SW Corner near main court **Restricted access - hallway doors may be locked** Lower Concourse NE Corner near main court **Restricted access - hallway doors may be locked** |
| Student Recreation Center | Hallway next to the Cooper pool main entrance (near locker rooms) 2nd floor next to the bench seats by the basketball courts Basement main hallway near South end stairwell |
| Student Union | BG1 desk North of main dining area (next to PNC Bank, across from Falcon Outfitters) 3rd floor across from elevators |
| The Oaks Dining Hall | 1st floor near elevators |
| Wolfe Center | 1st floor alcove near restrooms/front desk |
| Woodbridge Warehouse | 1st floor near post office mail room entrance |
Firelands Campus
| Site | AED Locations |
| Cedar Point Center | NW Corner of Atrium |
| North Building | Theater lobby near pool table |
| Foundation Hall | 1st Floor lobby area near staircase |
| West Building | SE Corner |
Updated: 10/31/2024 03:13PM