The Andrews Labor Government is getting on with the job of equipping grassroots sports clubs with life-saving defibrillators.
Minister for Sport John Eren has visited the Williamstown Little Athletics Centre, which is one of 100 community clubs receiving the life-saving device. In total, clubs participating in 29 sports are receiving the vital first aid equipment.
When cardiac arrest strikes, there’s not a second to spare.
Early intervention greatly increases the likelihood of survival during cardiac arrest. Having a defibrillator means players, parents and spectators can step in and take action until paramedics arrive.
The Labor Government promised to install life-saving defibrillators at 1000 grassroots clubs across Victoria, and we’re getting on with it. More than a dozen Victorians suffer cardiac arrest every day, so we know this investment will save lives.
Defibrillators at local sports clubs keep players safe and spectators protected, but they’re also a vital tool for the community. Each device will be registered with Ambulance Victoria’s database, giving triple zero operators a handy guide of where to find one when emergency strikes nearby.
Sporting clubs that already have defibrillators are encouraged to ensure their devices are registered with Ambulance Victoria.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Sport John Eren
“We promised 1000 life-saving defibrillators at grassroots sports clubs and we’re getting on with it. These devices will save lives.”
“A person’s chance of survival during cardiac arrest decreases by 10 per cent with every minute that passes. There simply isn’t a second spare.”
“In an emergency, it’s important to stay calm, call emergency services, initiate immediate CPR and follow a clear emergency plan to avoid a tragedy.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Williamstown Wade Noonan
“The Williamstown Little Athletics Centre is a great local institution that sits at the heart of the suburb. We’re thrilled to be able to give the club extra security in case an emergency strikes.”
Reviewed 19 August 2020