Defibrillators For Tradies

Tradies and technicians comprise a third of the working population in Australia. They also represent the highest fatality rate in workplace injuries — and not every work site is equipped to handle an out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) emergency which is the #1 killer in the country.

It is crucial for tradies to have a defibrillator on hand as they are often working in remote locations with no medical help nearby, or with dangerous machinery. Additionally, tradies are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular disease due to their high-stress jobs and exposure to harmful substances.

As a tradie, you may not always be able to get to a defibrillator in time. Having a defibrillator with you or on site can help to save the life of a tradie in the event of this kind of emergency.
In general, SCAs that happen outside of hospitals only have a 12% survival rate, accounting for approximaely 22,000 annual deaths in Australia. That is why it is crucial for tradies to have portable defibrillators or AEDs (automated external defibrillators) always on the ready — be it in their trucks or in the worksite.

Bystander action involving quick administration of CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) within 3-5 minutes after collapse, coupled with the use of an AED, vastly increases the chance of survival for the affected individual — from 6% up to 74%.

As a leading provider of defibrillators in the country, Integrity Health & Safety has a broad range of products perfect for handling emergencies that can happen anywhere at any time.

Our AEDs are user-friendly, durable, and have a high IP rating which means it can withstand exposure to dust, elements, and rough handling. We also offer defibrillator accessories like AED containers so you could bring your AED with you safely wherever you go.

As a tradie, you know that working in construction and other industries comes with its fair share of risks. Whether it’s operating heavy machinery or being exposed to hazardous materials, there’s always the potential for something to go wrong. One of the most dangerous hazards you can face is sudden cardiac arrest. According to the Australian Resuscitation Council, every year around 30,000 Australians suffer from sudden cardiac arrest.

That’s why it’s so important to be prepared for any eventuality, including life-threatening emergencies such as a sudden cardiac arrest. One way to do this is to arm yourself with a defibrillator.

CPR certainly is an essential skill that will come in handy in an SCA emergency, but it simply isn’t enough. An AED (defibrillator) is a life-saving device that shocks a heart to restore its function and resume normal rhythm. The use of an AED and bystander knowledge of CPR is the most effective strategy for lowering rates of sudden cardiac death during sport.

As defibrillators are easy to use and require little training, they make an essential piece of equipment for any tradie on the job or on the go. We at Integrity Health & Safety strongly recommend having defibrillators with you or in your work site at all times. Doing so is a major step towards being ready to respond to cases of sudden cardiac arrest should it happen to you or your colleague.

The following are defib accessories tradies and those in the worksite should always have on hand:

This HeartSine Samaritan 350P Defibrillator is ideal for the harsh and urgent conditions of your profession:

Below are its features:

For more information on which defibrillator would be best for your line of work, don’t hesitate to touch base with the team of specialists at Integrity Health & Safety today.

Integrity Health & Safety offers a range of public and private training programs including first aid, CPR and more.

At Integrity Health & Safety, a Supply Nation certified Indigenous owned business, we strive to be an ethical, sustainable and socially responsible company that provides our clients with leading WH&S products and services while leveraging these relationships to support and improve Indigenous health care capability.

Using our many years’ experience as Paramedics and Healthcare workers, we are able to advise on best practice for defibrillators as part of your home, community or workplace first aid kit preparedness and help to empower your staff to feel confident to act in an emergency.