Linton Defibrillator - Village Hall
Saving Lives in Our Community
Linton Parish Council is proud to provide a publicly accessible automated external defibrillator (AED) for the benefit of residents and visitors.
The defibrillator is located on the outside wall of Linton Village Hall, making it available 24 hours a day for use in a medical emergency.
A defibrillator, together with early CPR, can significantly improve the chances of survival for someone suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. Every minute without treatment reduces the chance of survival, so acting quickly can make all the difference.
In an Emergency
If someone is unresponsive and not breathing normally:
- Call 999 immediately and ask for an ambulance.
- The emergency call handler will guide you through what to do and may direct you to collect the community defibrillator.
- Begin CPR immediately by pushing hard and fast in the centre of the person's chest.
- If someone else is with you, ask them to collect the defibrillator while you continue CPR.
- Turn the defibrillator on and follow the clear spoken instructions. The machine will guide you through every step.
Don't Be Afraid to Use It
Many people worry about using a defibrillator, but the device is designed to be used by members of the public with no medical training.
The defibrillator will:
- Provide simple spoken instructions.
- Analyse the person's heart rhythm automatically.
- Only deliver a shock if one is needed.
- Never shock someone whose heart does not require it.
You cannot make the situation worse by using the defibrillator when following its instructions.
Remember
- Continue CPR until the ambulance arrives or the person begins breathing normally.
- If the person starts breathing but remains unconscious, place them in the recovery position, unless you suspect a spinal injury.
- If you are alone, call 999 first before leaving to collect the defibrillator, unless advised otherwise by the emergency operator.
Learn CPR
Knowing CPR could help save the life of a family member, friend or neighbour.
The British Heart Foundation provides free online guidance and short training videos that show how to perform CPR and use a defibrillator with confidence.
Community Asset
The Linton Community Defibrillator is regularly checked and maintained to ensure it is ready for use should it ever be needed. It is an important community resource, and we encourage all residents to familiarise themselves with its location before an emergency occurs.
Where is the Defibrillator?
📍 Location:
Linton Village Hall
The Street
Linton, Kent
The defibrillator is mounted on the outside wall of the Village Hall, making it easily accessible at all times.