Louis Schneider 
Where can I find a defibrillator in Switzerland in an emergency?
AED defibrillators in Switzerland
In the event of sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. That’s why access to an AED defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death. However, it can be difficult to know where to find a defibrillator in Switzerland when you need one most. Whether you’re a local resident, tourist or expatriate, it’s useful to have a plan for accessing an AED defibrillator in the event of an emergency.
Where to find a defibrillator in Switzerland
Here are some places where you can look for an emergency defibrillator in Switzerland:
- Public places: railway stations, airports and shopping malls, schools, universities and public buildings such as town halls, administrative offices, libraries and community centers.
- Airports: Zurich, Geneva and Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg international airports.
- Stations: Switzerland’s major railway stations, such as Zurich Hauptbahnhof, Genève-Cornavin, and Bern Hauptbahnhof.
- Shopping centers: Large shopping centers and supermarkets.
- Schools, universities: Schools and universities are also required by law to have AED defibrillators on site. They are also used at sporting events and other high-traffic areas on campus.
- Sports facilities: Stadiums, swimming pools and sports centers.
AED defibrillators are normally housed in clearly marked cabinets or boxes, and usually come with instructions for use.
Applications and cards for AED defibrillators
There are online applications and maps listing automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) in Switzerland. These tools can help you quickly find a nearby defibrillator in an emergency.
Here are some resources you can use:
Locations
of AED defibrillators in Switzerland- Staying Alive is a free mobile application available on iOS and Android that lists defibrillators in Switzerland.
What do you need to do?
Notify security personnel
call 144 and look for an AED nearby!
AED defibrillators are becoming increasingly common in public places in Switzerland. Whether you’re a resident, tourist or expatriate, it’s important to know where to find AED defibrillators. Don’t wait until it’s too late, familiarize yourself with the location of AEDs in your area and be prepared for any unexpected cardiac event.
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