“With these devices any one can punch in the code and grab the defibrillator any time.
“Emergencies don’t happen on schedule, so it’s important that help is available when needed,” says Julia.
Team Leader Libraries Eastern, Amanda-Jane McFadden says the new defibrillators are part of Council’s ongoing effort to provide new services to the community.
“We want to do more for the communities we live in and care for, so we’re expanding our offerings all the time.
“Te Puke Library now has a full-time AA Licencing Agency in the building, and a Justice of the Peace keeping regular hours. Over at The Centre - Pātuki Manawa in Katikati, they provide a 24/7 access, self service digital hub available for registered users in addition to classes and bookable resources.”
If you want to know where your closest defibrillator is, visit aedlocations.co.nz
Council’s new defibrillators have a seven-year battery life and will be regularly serviced by a contracted medical supply company.
