CT SB00186

Health clubs must obtain a license from the Department of Consumer Protection and maintain at least one automatic external defibrillator (AED) in a readily accessible location on the premises, effective July 1, 2011.

Health clubs must ensure at least one employee trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and AED use (per American Red Cross or American Heart Association standards) is present during staffed business hours.

Health clubs must maintain and test AEDs according to manufacturer guidelines and promptly notify local emergency medical services providers after each AED use.

Persons and entities that provide or maintain an AED are granted liability immunity for ordinary negligence in providing or maintaining the device, though immunity does not apply to gross, wilful, or wanton negligence.

The Attorney General may seek court orders to restrain or enjoin any health club operating in violation of the AED requirements.