UK Coastguard team with AED and cardiac arrest survivor Donna outside rescue vehicle

UK AED Rescue: Mum-of-Seven Survives Cardiac Arrest

A mother of seven was saved from cardiac arrest by an AED at sea, proving the life-saving power of marine defibrillators.

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UK AED Rescue: Mum-of-Seven Survives Cardiac Arrest

In October 2022, a 39-year-old mother of seven collapsed suddenly and went into cardiac arrest while walking at a secluded coastal area in Flamborough, Yorkshire. Trained Coast Guard personnel arrived swiftly, administered CPR, and used their on-board AED. She was successfully resuscitated and later recovered, crediting the AED deployment aboard the coastguard boat for saving her life.

Her story highlights a key fact: maritime environments, even coastal walks and small vessels, can benefit significantly from immediate AED access, exactly the scenario our iPAD SPR defibrillator is built to handle.

Why This Matters to You

The use of an AED in this case:

  • Demonstrates the value of marine-grade, IP66-rated AEDs like the iPAD SPR, designed for harsh, variable environments.
  • Validates the effectiveness of AED deployment on vessels and coastal operations, aligning closely with MGN 297(M) and offshore duty-of-care guidelines.
  • Supports a compelling narrative you can confidently share with customers or regulators.

If you’d like to explore the full operational and maintenance context, check out our informative piece, “Defibrillators at Sea: Ensuring Safety Aboard Boats, Ships & Offshore Installations.” When you’re ready, our dedicated team can guide you to the ideal iPad SPR bundle, marine-grade cabinets, and maintenance tools to enhance safety readiness.

Source of story and image: hmcoastguard.uk

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