Life Safety Equipment Information and Directions
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are emergency medical devices for use when a person is experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, that deliver an electrical shock designed to return the heart to its normal rhythm. The University of Tampa has AEDs located throughout campus to help increase the chances of surviving a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Each year, sudden cardiac arrest claims the lives of at least 250,000 people. The only known treatment for sudden cardiac arrest is the use of a defibrillator.
Once turned on, prompts are vocalized that guide an AED user through the process. One of the initial prompts instructs the user to connect the AED to the victim by placing adhesive pads on the victim's chest. The AED analyzes the victim's heart rate to determine if a shock is needed. If the AED unit does not detect an abnormal heart rhythm, it will not deliver the shock. If a shock is needed, the AED will prompt the user to press a button that will deliver the shock.
Co-located with most AEDs are Stop the Bleed kits and Narcan. A complete list of life safety equipment and their location is below.
- Stop the Bleed kits contain special equipment designed to handle injuries caused by immediate life-threatening bleeding.
- Narcan (naloxone) nasal spray is a medicine that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose.
Please contact emergencyoperations@ut.edu with any questions, or to report any issues with the life safety equipment.
If Someone Requires Medical Attention
- Remain calm.
- Call 911 and notify Campus Safety.
- Do not move the person unless safety dictates.
- If trained, use pressure to stop any bleeding and provide CPR.
- Be aware of hazards associated with bloodborne pathogens. Do not come into contact with body fluids. If exposed to suspected infectious material, wash the exposed area thoroughly with soap and water and seek immediate medical attention.
- If the person is conscious, comfort and reassure them that medical assistance is on the way.
- First aid is just that. Do not jeopardize your health or the health of the person. Wait for professional help if you are not able to provide proper first aid safely.
Life Safety Equipment Campus Locations
| Locations | Automated External Defibrillators | Stop the Bleed Kit | Narcan Nasal Spray |
| 1010 Cass St. | South wall, breakroom | ||
| Austin Hall | First floor, lobby | ||
| Baseball Field | Behind north dugout | ||
| Brevard Hall | First-floor, lobby near RA desk | ||
| Cass Gym | Inside southwest door | ||
| Cass Science Building | Breezeway near west entrance | ||
| Dickey Health and Wellness Center | First floor, triage exam room | ||
| Falk Theatre | Lobby, by restrooms | ||
| Ferman Center for the Arts | First floor, hallway near restrooms Third floor, north hallway | ||
| Grand Center | First floor, east wing, behind Starbucks First floor, west wing, by bicycle area Sixth floor, lobby near RA desk | ||
| Health Sciences and Human Performance Building | First floor, lobby near room 108 | ||
| Innovation and Collaboration Building | First floor, inside Campus Safety Eighth floor, elevator lobby | ||
| Intramural Sports | Mobile | ||
| Jenkins Hall | First floor, north restrooms | ||
| Jenkins Health Building | First floor, near restrooms Second floor, near restrooms Fifth floor, near restrooms | ||
| Jenkins Technology Building | First floor, near restrooms Second floor, near restrooms Third floor, near restrooms Fourth floor, near restrooms Sixth floor, near restrooms | ||
| Macdonald-Kelce Library | First floor, restroom area | ||
| Martinez Sports Center | Lobby, west door to basketball court Basketball Court Weight Room | ||
| McKay Hall | First floor, restroom area | ||
| Morsani Hall | First floor, food court | ||
| Naimoli Softball Field | Inside south dugout | ||
| Naimoli Tennis Courts | Outside fence, southwest light post | ||
| Palm Apartments | First floor, behind RA desk | ||
| Plant Hall | First floor, under main south stairwell Third floor, north stairwell, by room 303 | ||
| Pepin Stadium | Track, south side of Press Box | ||
| Riseman Aquatic Center | Southwest corner, stairwell | ||
| Riseman Fitness and Recreation Center | First floor, northeast wing First floor, northwest wing Second floor, east wing Second floor, west wing | ||
| Smiley Hall | First floor, behind RA desk | ||
| Straz Hall | First floor, behind front desk | ||
| Sykes College of Business | First floor, vending area | ||
| Thompson Building | First floor, elevator lobby | ||
| Urso Hall | First-floor lobby, outside RA office | ||
| Vaughn Center | First floor, by the ATM Ninth floor, elevator lobby |
First Aid, CPR and AED Training
If you are interested in scheduling a First Aid, CPR and AED training session for your area, email psheppard@ut.edu. All training sessions for first-time (or 30+ days past expired) American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certifications require the completion of a 1-2 hour online course followed by a 2-hour in-person session. All first-time courses require the attendance of at least three participants. For re-certifications, both individual and group, the training sessions last approximately one hour. To be eligible for re-certification, your current certification must not be more than 30 days expired, otherwise, you must retake the full course.
