This petition was submitted during the 2015-2017 parliament
Petition Make Defibrillators a Legal Requirement in Schools and Public Places
Just like fire extinguishers, defibrillators are life saving pieces of equipment, and yet to most, are unheard-of. Whilst they are beginning to appear in more and more public places, there aren't nearly enough located in places where fire extinguishers, for example, are mandatory.
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Cardiac arrest can occur anywhere, at any given time. In such a circumstance, time is vital. Having life-saving equipment nearby will undoubtedly play a huge part in saving the patient's life should this occur.
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