Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. In the event of a cardiac arrest, an automated external defibrillator (AED) can deliver a lifesaving electric shock to the heart to try to restore a normal rhythm. There are more than 400 AEDs located across WashU’s campuses.
AED Program
The WashU AED Program is responsible for the Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), batteries and pads, AED cabinets and alarms, replenishment and replacement, bleeding control kits, maintenance checks and AED/CPR/Bleeding control awareness. Request an in-person demonstration by emailing washuready@wustl.edu.
If you notice that an AED is missing from a cabinet, or one that is beeping due to a low battery, please notify the Emergency Management Department at WashUReady@wustl.edu.
To request an AED for your space, please fill out the AED Publicly Accessible Space Form.
Training Information
WashU’s Emergency Support Team offers CPR and AED courses for WashU students and employees on the Danforth Campus. Learn more and sign up here. Additional courses are offered through the American Red Cross and CPR Plus.
School of Medicine students and employees receive CPR and AED training through the Faculty Practice Plan.
Click here for information on the Stop the Bleed Program.
Medical Device Safety Notices & Recalls
WashU Emergency Management monitors manufacturer and regulatory safety notices related to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and other emergency response equipment used across the university.
While WashU’s centrally managed AED program maintains approved and regularly inspected devices, individual departments, offices, laboratories, clinics, and affiliated organizations may possess equipment that is not part of the university’s managed inventory.
This serves as an informational resource to share manufacturer recalls, safety alerts, corrective actions, and important notices that may affect emergency response equipment.
Medical Device Recall Notice
Recall Number: PR3224192-FA305
Date: December 2025
Device: Stryker HeartSine SAM 350P/360P/450P
Medical Device Recall Notice
Recall Number: PR4068245-FA327
Date: March 2026
Device: Stryker HeartSine Samaritan PAD (Pad-Pak-01/Pad-Pak-02/Pad-Pak-07)
Questions?
If you have questions about a recall notice or need assistance identifying equipment covered by a safety alert, please contact WashU Emergency Management.
Email: washuready@wustl.edu