‘How-to’ guide to using defibrillators

New defibrillators are now in place across Blackburn and Darwen town centres and in Blackburn with Darwen Council buildings. These complement those in other longstanding locations across the borough including children’s centres, leisure centres and schools.

The defibrillators can be used safely and effectively without previous training and their use is not restricted to trained rescuers.

It is a stark reality that anybody who suffers cardiac arrest will die within just a few minutes unless rapid action, including CPR and defibrillation, is taken immediately.

Make sure you are ready and prepared to use one by listening to the below how-to guide: