COMMUNITY FIRST RESPONDERS
3PR - THE THREE PARISHES RESPONSE TEAM
BOXFORD / EDWARDSTONE / GROTON
OUR COMMUNITY PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATOR
From December 2014 the Public Community Access
Defibrillator has been in use. Situated in the passageway in the Fleece
Hotel yard, it is located on the left hand side. It is illuminated at night and
there is a guide light on the Broad Street side of the archway directing
you to its location. Activation of the defibrillator is by calling 999 and
receiving the key code from them which will be C (clear) followed by a
three digit code and a final letter. 3PR (Three Parishes Response) will be
responsible for the upkeep of the cabinet.
Boxford Parish Council funded the defibrillator. 3PR supplied the Box. John Norton, owner of the Fleece Hotel allowed the facility to be installed in his yard.
<What is an Automated External Defibrillator?
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable electronic device designed to help someone who has suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. It analyses the heart’s rhythm and, if a life-threatening abnormal rhythm is detected, delivers an electrical shock to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm.
AEDs are designed to be used alongside cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and can significantly improve a person’s chances of survival when used promptly.
AEDs are specifically designed to be used by members of the public with minimal or no prior training. Once switched on, the device provides clear spoken instructions and visual prompts, guiding the user through each step of the process.
The AED automatically analyses the heart rhythm and determines whether a shock is required. If a shock is advised, the device will instruct the user when and how to deliver it. If a shock is not needed, the AED will not allow one to be given.
Many AEDs are suitable for use on both adults and children. Where appropriate, paediatric pads can be used for younger patients. Both Boxford AEDs are equipped with paediatric pads, which can be quickly fitted if needed.
Public Access Defibrillators (PADs) are now common in shops, workplaces and public buildings. However, many are not accessible outside normal opening hours. Community Public Access Defibrillators (CPADs) are installed in secure external cabinets and are available 24 hours a day. They can be accessed by members of the public following a 999 call, allowing early defibrillation while emergency services are on their way.