A Guide for AED Users: Responsible Disposal of AED Accessories

Deborah FarlowBlog, Safety

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are crucial life-saving devices, but as responsible users, it’s essential to understand the proper disposal methods for expired AED pads, batteries, and units. In this guide, we’ll explore the eco-friendly and safe ways to dispose of these components, ensuring both environmental sustainability and public safety. Expired AED Pads: Electronic Waste Recycling AED pads, equipped with electrodes and electronic components, should be treated as electronic waste. To dispose of expired AED pads responsibly: Take them to an accredited electronics recycling facility. Participate in electronic waste recycling programs available in your community. If AED pads have been contaminated …