AED on-site
Definition
An Automated External Defibrillator mounted in a clearly marked weatherproof cabinet at or near the splash pad, used for cardiac emergencies; increasingly required by state code at public aquatic facilities.
AEDs are the single highest-impact piece of safety equipment a splash pad can have. Sudden cardiac events are rare in kids but do occur with adults present, and an AED used within three minutes raises survival from roughly 10% to over 70%.
Look for the green heart-with-lightning-bolt symbol near the entrance, restroom, or attendant kiosk. Modern outdoor cabinets are weatherproof, alarmed, and unlocked — anyone can grab the unit. Audible voice prompts walk a bystander through every step.