We have designed our package to be compliant with the latest evidence and best practice statements. RCUK (Resuscitation Council UK) have recently updated their consensus statement on public AEDs which state that these should be unlocked Following a cardiac arrest, the priority is to apply an AED to the patient with the absolute minimum delay. Only unlocked cabinets allow for this.

This position is endorsed by the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) and NHS England.