Public Access Defibrillator Now Available at our Hillington Base
A new Public Access Defibrillator (AED) has been installed outside the main entrance of our premises at 11 Colquhoun Avenue, Hillington. The device is now registered with The Circuit, the national defibrillator network, and is available for use in a cardiac emergency.
Cardiac arrest can occur without warning. Every minute without defibrillation reduces the chance of survival. AEDs are designed for use by the public and guide users through each step. Early CPR and prompt defibrillation can save lives.
Location and access
- Address: Alliance Ambulance Services, 11 Colquhoun Avenue, Hillington, G52 4BN
- Location: To the left of the main entrance on Colquhoun Avenue
- Access: Secured in a locked cabinet
- Code: Provided by 999 call handlers when required
The AED is accessible 24 hours a day. Its registration with The Circuit ensures emergency services are aware of its location and can direct callers to it immediately.
Why this matters
- AEDs are safe and simple to use
- The earlier a shock is delivered, the better the outcome
- Publicly accessible devices improve local emergency response
Learn how to use an AED
AEDs are designed to be used by anyone. No training is required to operate one, but watching a short demonstration can build confidence.
We recommend watching this quick video guide from the British Heart Foundation:
British Heart Foundation Defibrillators (as mentioned in above video)
Know your nearest AED
We encourage everyone who lives or works nearby to take note of where the AED is. If you witness someone collapse and suspect cardiac arrest:
- Call 999
- Begin CPR
- Retrieve the AED when instructed
- Use it as directed – it will talk you through every step
Further information
To learn more about using a defibrillator or to enquire about CPR training, contact us at info@allianceambulance.co.uk, or visit Alliance Academy.