What is a PAD? A PAD is a Public Access Defibrillator – life-saving piece of equipment which is available in most villages in North Dorset where groups of people meet for sport and recreation.

PADs are a vital part of the ‘chain of survival’ that is necessary when someone has a heart attack, collapses, or has a serious accident and stops breathing.
But do you know where your nearest one is? And do you know how to use it?

The Dorset Village Defibrillator Scheme charity was set up over a year ago and in conjunction with the British Heart Foundation, it has provided 20 defibrillators to villages and towns in North Dorset.

And the charity has provided training in defibrillation.
While direct training has stopped following covid 19 restrictions, the charity will be introducing internet training for those people who would like to learn how to use a defibrillator to potentially save a life.

Chairman of trustees John Lewis said: “There are many different types of defibrillator available, but they all have one thing in common. They tell you what to do.
“While it would be useful to have some training to reduce the panic that occurs when the life of a member of your family may need your help, but once you have summoned the Ambulance Service, they will also help you to use these vital lifesaving pieces of equipment.”

If you would like to take part in the training, email John at dvdefib@gmail.com or ring on 01258 817241.

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