Sec. 779.003. ACQUISITION, MAINTENANCE, AND INSPECTION OF AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATOR. A person or entity that owns or leases an automated external defibrillator shall:
(1) maintain and test the automated external defibrillator according to the manufacturer's guidelines; and
(2) conduct a monthly inspection to verify the automated external defibrillator:
(A) is placed at its designated location;
(B) reasonably appears to be ready for use; and
(C) does not reasonably appear to be damaged in a manner that could prevent operation.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 679, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 545 (S.B. 199), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2021.
Structure Texas Statutes
Chapter 779 - Automated External Defibrillators
Section 779.003. Acquisition, Maintenance, and Inspection of Automated External Defibrillator
Section 779.004. Using an Automated External Defibrillator
Section 779.005. Notifying Local Emergency Medical Services Provider
Section 779.006. Liability Exemption
Section 779.007. Possession of Automated External Defibrillators