Keeping Your AEDs Ready — The Compliance Lifeline for Ontario Construction Sites
Why Maintenance and Inspection Are Core to O. Reg. 157/25
Regulation at a Glance
Starting January 1, 2026, Ontario’s O. Reg. 157/25 requires construction projects with 20 or more workers and lasting over three months to have a Health Canada-approved Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on-site—and to inspect and document those AEDs quarterly.
Missing an inspection or failing to keep records can be deemed non-compliance under provincial law.
AEDSHOP helps contractors stay ahead with easy-to-manage maintenance tools, digital oversight, and paramedic-level expertise.
Why Regular AED Checks Matter
Even though leading AEDs—such as the ZOLL AED 3, ZOLL AED Plus, Powerheart G5, and Philips OnSite—perform daily self-tests, provincial regulations still demand manual verification and record keeping.
Human checks confirm that:
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Indicator lights show full operational status.
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Batteries and pads are within expiry.
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Cabinets, signage, and rescue kits are intact and visible.
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Access pathways are unobstructed.
According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada, about 60,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur annually across the country, yet fewer than 1 in 10 victims survive without immediate intervention. A non-functioning or unverified AED can make the difference between life and loss. (heartandstroke.ca)
The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) further stresses that AED readiness and prompt defibrillation are key to survival within the first 3–5 minutes. (ilcor.org)
Digital Oversight With TrackMyAED™ Pro
AEDSHOP’s TrackMyAED™ Pro platform eliminates guesswork and manual paperwork through automated compliance technology.
Key features include:
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🔔 Automated reminders for quarterly inspections and supply replacement.
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📁 Secure digital storage of inspection records and compliance logs.
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⏰ Pad/battery expiry alerts sent directly to supervisors.
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📊 Real-time dashboards to monitor readiness across multiple job sites.
With over 60,000 AEDs tracked nationwide, TrackMyAED™ Pro is Canada’s most trusted AED management system for large contractors and safety-driven organizations.
Paramedic-Led Maintenance Support
Every AEDSHOP program is supported by an Advanced Care Paramedic consultant with 35 + years of cardiac-care experience. This professional oversight ensures that:
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AEDs are inspected according to Health Canada and manufacturer protocols.
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Accessories—pads, batteries, cabinets—are proactively replaced.
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Records are complete and audit-ready for Ministry of Labour or WSIB review.
This level of medical and operational expertise sets AEDSHOP apart from standard distributors.
Compliance, Safety, and Return on Trust
Routine maintenance doesn’t just meet the law—it protects lives, prevents liability, and demonstrates corporate accountability. AEDSHOP clients reduce inspection-related downtime and eliminate surprises during compliance audits.
Whether you’re managing a single project or multiple active sites, digital inspection tracking paired with expert verification keeps every AED in working order and your business fully compliant.
Take Action Now — Stay Audit-Ready
Ontario’s deadline is approaching quickly. Don’t wait until 2026 to implement a maintenance plan.
✅ Adopt TrackMyAED™ Pro for automated inspections and expiry tracking.
✅ Schedule quarterly digital reviews with AEDSHOP’s compliance team.
✅ Empower your site managers with audit-ready documentation.
💻 Visit www.AEDSHOP.ca — Canada’s trusted partner for Health Canada-approved AEDs, construction safety compliance, and lifesaving readiness.
AEDSHOP Fast Facts
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