Is Your School Prepared?
No school expects a cardiac emergency.
However, every school should be prepared for one.
Cardiac Emergency Resource Center For PIAA Schools
The moments before EMS arrives are the most important. A practiced response, accessible AED, and trained staff can make the difference between tragedy and survival.
Preparation isn't just about meeting a legal requirement. It's about protecting every student, employee, coach, volunteer, and visitor who walks through your doors.
Whether you're a superintendent, principal, athletic director, coach, school nurse, or facilities leader, this resource center will help you understand your responsibilities and provide practical tools to build a safer school environment.
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest is an electrical malfunction of the heart that causes it to stop beating effectively. It occurs without warning and is different from a heart attack.
Without immediate CPR and an AED, sudden cardiac arrest is often fatal within minutes. Because many victims have no known history of heart issues, every school should be prepared to respond immediately.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the #1 killer of student athletes in the US. It is the leading cause of death on school campuses. Overall, there are more than 1,000 cardiac arrests in the US every day. Tragically, less than 10% survive.
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Greg Moyer's Law strengthens cardiac emergency preparedness in Pennsylvania schools by expanding access to AEDs and requiring schools to develop and implement cardiac emergency response plans.
The law recognizes that simply owning an AED isn't enough. Schools must also have:
Accessible AEDs
Written emergency response procedures
Trained personnel
Routine planning and preparedness
Compliance begins with having a clear plan—and making sure everyone knows it.
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Cardiac Emergency Response Planning and AED Placement
Develop a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) that outlines roles, responsibilities, communication protocols, AED locations, and response procedures for cardiac emergencies occurring anywhere on campus or during school-sponsored events.
Use the tools below to help establish a coordinated response that aligns with Pennsylvania requirements and recognized best practices.
Click on the title to download or view document.
· Planning Guide for Athletic Departments
· Cardiac Emergency Action Plan Template - customize for your own school or team
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CPR, AED, and Cardiac Emergency Response Team (CERT) training opportunities can be designed for school personnel, coaches, nurses, athletic trainers, administrators, and other staff.
On-site, in-person training, virtual learning, or blended programs are available, whether learning skills for the first time or earning recertification.
Free consultation and low-cost training options are available through our trusted partner Cardio Partners or through the Peyton Walker Foundation (Central PA area).
If you have training needs or questions on designing a training program that works for your organization, click here to start the discussion.
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Great news - Highly discounted purchase options are available for all PIAA schools and athletic programs through our trusted partners at Cardio Partners. We’ve developed affordable packages for Pennsylvania schools to help everyone become compliant with the Gregory Moyer AED Law.
Take a moment to connect with us so we can review the different AED models, cabinets, signage and other essential accessories needed to build or expand your school's AED program.
Click here to start the discussion.
We’re Here To Help!
If resources are limited, we can help you create a campaign to raise funds to purchase your AED - see below!
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Create a crowdfunding campaign through Huddle For Hearts to help offset the cost of purchasing AEDs, replacement supplies, and related training.
Several teams and athletes have successfully fundraised to cover the cost of an AED for their team or field. Using our platform, you can create a campaign to tell your story and request donations. You’ll receive a link and a QR code to share with potential donors.
Contact info@huddleforhearts.org to create your campaign!
