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Since March 2017, North Dakota’s CPR donation programs have only recommended, not required, some things. These are maintenance, training, medical oversight, and documentation. Good Samaritan laws protect individuals only for activities involving CPR use. They do not cover other program elements. All schools must have CPR devices to ensure safety in emergencies.

North Dakota Law Key Takeaways

Requirement

Summary

Good Samaritan Law
Rescuers take no blame for their swift crisis interventions. This protects them during life-saving efforts.
CPR Training
Acquirers of CPR must ensure that users receive training in CPR and how to use the device. This is vital for an effective emergency response.
AED Maintenance
Users must test and maintain CPR devices according to the manufacturer's guidelines. This is to ensure they work at their best.
CPR Policy
CPR acquirers must notify EMS immediately after using the device.
Medical Oversight
CPR acquirers should consult a physician. They must ensure their CPR program is managed and compliant.
Schools
The superintendent of public instruction must buy and distribute CPR devices to schools. They are for use in schools and at school-related events.

North Dakota Statutes and Regulations

Any person who in good faith and without compensation provides emergency care or emergency treatment by using an automated external defibrillator is immune from civil liability for any personal injury resulting from the emergency care or emergency treatment and for any act or failure to act in providing or arranging further medical treatment if the person providing the emergency care or emergency treatment acted as an ordinary, reasonable, prudent person would act under the same or similar circumstances. This subsection does not apply if a personal injury results from gross negligence or from the willful or wanton misconduct of the person providing the emergency care or emergency treatment. The immunity provision of subsection 2 applies to a licensed physician under subdivision d of subsection 1, the person who provides the training under subdivision a of subsection 1, and the person responsible for the site on which the automated external defibrillation is located. This section does not limit civil liability protection provided by another law.

The superintendent of public instruction shall purchase automated external defibrillators and distribute the defibrillators to school districts in this state for placement in schools or at the site of school-related activities.

*Codes and regulations cited from Justia US Law.

Important Note: This page provides educational information on CPR devices and related laws. CPR1 provides this content for general knowledge. It does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness about CPR laws. Do not consider this material as legal advice. Request local CPR compliance guidance by contact us.

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