Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Having an automated external defibrillator (AED) or ‘defib’ available 24/7 in your neighbourhood could make the difference between life and death for a member of your family, friends or community.
Community Bank Canberra and Regions has partnered with St John Ambulance to source the ViVest X3 semi-automatic defibrillator. If your suburb raises $2500 for an AED, the Community Bank will cover the cost of a bespoke, weatherproof container for the AED and arrange installation. The AEDs are easy to use and maintain and can help save a life prior to an ambulance arriving.
Modern AEDs analyse the casualty’s heart rhythm and determine whether defibrillation is required. Once activated, the AED delivers clear voice instructions to guide users through each step of defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Integrated pads placed on the casualty’s bare skin transmit information to the AED, which senses and adapts to the user’s actions every step of the way.
AEDs are housed in a customised, freestanding cabinet with a Perspex window similar to that shown here. It is ideal for outdoors and has a battery-operated alarm that is activated whilst the door is open.
The St John X3 semi-automatic defibrillator delivers fast, reliable defibrillation in critical moments. With advanced video and voice guidance, built-in safety features, and automatic daily checks, ensuring it's always ready - even for untrained responders.
Key Features
- Video & Audio Guidance: Built-in video screen provides step-by-step visual prompts and clear voice instructions
- Adult & Child Mode: Switch to child mode with the press of a button
- Intelligent Heart Rhythm Analysis: Automatically detects a pulse and determines whether a shock is needed
- Automatic ECG Recording: Captures and stores real-time ECG data
- Daily Self-Testing: Runs an automatic self-diagnostic test every day
- IP55 Protection Rating: Dust and water-resistant, suitable for outdoors
- Rugged & Reliable: Drop-tested from 1.5m
- Failsafe Shock Button: Integrated safety mechanism
