Western Australia (WA) – Public SchoolsAll Western Australian public (government) schools, including those in Perth, are required to have at least one Automated External Defibrillator (AED) installed on school premises.
This requirement was issued by the WA Department of Education as a mandatory directive.
Key points:
• Applies to all WA public primary and secondary schools
• Minimum requirement: at least one AED per school
• Deadline for installation: 30 June 2024
• Typically installed in an accessible and visible location (often near administration areas)
This is not a recommendation — it is a mandatory requirement for government schools in Western Australia.
What About Private & Independent Schools in Perth?• The mandate applies to government (public) schools only
• Private and independent schools in Perth are not legally required to have an AED
• However, many choose to install AEDs voluntarily as part of best-practice safety planning or WHS risk management
Why This MattersEarly access to a defibrillator can significantly improve survival rates in cases of sudden cardiac arrest. Schools are high-occupancy environments, and AED availability is now considered a critical emergency response measure.
References (Official Sources)WA Department of Education
https://www.education.wa.edu.au
Defibrillators mandated in WA public schools (implementation details)
https://defibrillatorsaustralia.com.au/ ... june-2024/
ZOLL AED 3 Auto Defibrillator
https://catholicwelfare.com.au/2026/01/ ... brillator/
Summary for Perth• ✔ AEDs are mandatory in Perth public schools
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Not legally mandatory for private schools (but encouraged)•
Requirement in force from 30 June 2024