Alaska
Since August 12, 2015, Alaska has relaxed CPR program rules. It removed old administrative and operational requirements. The state grants Good Samaritan immunity to owners and users of CPR devices in emergencies. But it does not cover medical directors and trainers. Also, Alaska does not need CPR devices in specific places. So it’s easy for organizations and individuals to comply. Trust CPR1 for guidance on navigating CPR regulations and legal protections in Alaska.
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Alaska Statutes and Regulations
*Alaska Statutes -- 09.65.087. Civil liability for use of an automated external defibrillator.
(a) A person who uses or attempts to use an automated external defibrillator device on a victim of a perceived medical emergency is not liable for civil damages resulting from the use or attempted use of the device. This subsection does not apply to civil damages resulting from a failure to notify the appropriate emergency medical services agency.
(b) A person who acquires or provides an automated external defibrillator device for use on a victim of a perceived medical emergency is not liable for civil damages resulting from the use or attempted use of the device. This subsection does not apply to civil damages resulting from gross negligence.
(c) The immunity provided by (b) of this section does not apply to a manufacturer of an automated external defibrillator.
[Effective 8-12-2015]
*Codes and regulations cited from FindLaw.
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