Defibrillators and effective CPR are the only definitive treatment for casualties of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Without immediate treatment, 95% of SCA’s are fatal.

When the heart beats in an irregular rhythm, a shock from a defibrillator is required. This shock allows the heart to restart in a regular rhythm. Delivering a shock within 3-5 minutes after the casualty has collapsed increases their survival chance from 6% to 74%.

SCA does not discriminate and sadly, children can fall victim too. Paediatric electrode pads, child buttons, switches & keys all lower the shock level delivered to the child and ensure they receive the life-saving treatment required.