Written Answer by Ministry of National Development on installation of automated external defibrillators in public parks
Aug 5, 2019
Mr Zainal Sapari: To ask the Minister for National Development whether NParks has plans to install automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in public parks.
Answer:
NParks has worked with SCDF to increase the number of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in our parks and park connectors over the years. To date, 170 AEDs have been installed in our most frequented parks, including all nature reserves and regional parks, as well as park connectors with high visitorship.
The AEDs are located at key locations in our parks, such as visitor centres, play areas, fitness corners and F&B outlets. This allows for a quicker response should a cardiac arrest emergency occur. Park visitors may find the AED nearest to their location via SCDF’s myResponder mobile application.
NParks is in the process of installing more AEDs across our parks, in consultation with SCDF.