Nevada Workplace Safety & AED Compliance

Your quick guide to AED, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness laws in Nevada.

Nevada is a high‑mandate AED state. AED programs must comply with maintenance, EMS activation, and operational requirements, and certain employees must receive CPR/AED training. Nevada’s Good Samaritan protections apply to AED owners and users only when performing AED‑related emergency activities, and immunity is dependent on compliance with AED program requirements. Nevada requires AEDs in airports, high schools in large districts, the University of Nevada, legislative buildings, county buildings, sporting arenas, and other government facilities. The state also strongly encourages AED placement in health clubs and requires training for any employee expected to use an AED.

AED Required?

Industry-Specific

Emergency Plan?

Yes, for AED programs and certain facilities.

State OSHA Plan?

Federal OSHA (no separate state plan)

Good Samaritan?

Yes (with conditions)

Regulated Industries

Last Updated

No recent update

*This summary is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. State laws change regularly, and requirements may vary by industry or circumstance. Always consult official state statutes or a qualified attorney before making compliance decisions.This summary is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. State laws change regularly, and requirements may vary by industry or circumstance. Always consult official state statutes or a qualified attorney before making compliance decisions.

Airports & Government Buildings:
- Maintain AEDs per manufacturer guidelines; ensure signage and accessibility.
- Train designated responders and document EMS activation procedures.
Schools & Universities:
- Ensure AEDs are centrally located and accessible.
- Deliver CPR/AED training to students and staff as required.
- Maintain AEDs and comply with EMS notification requirements.
Health Clubs:
- Place AEDs in visible, accessible locations.
- Train employees expected to use AEDs.
- Maintain AEDs regularly and follow manufacturer guidelines.
General Workplaces:
- Voluntary AED programs should follow Nevada’s AED program requirements for defensible operations.

Key Takeaways for Nevada

Understanding Nevada's specific safety mandates is the first step toward total workplace readiness. Here is a high-level summary of the critical requirements for employers in the state.

Nevada requires AEDs in airports, high schools in large districts, University of Nevada, legislative buildings, county buildings, sporting arenas, and other government facilities.
AED programs must include maintenance, EMS activation, and compliance obligations.
Good Samaritan protections apply only to AED owners and users performing AED‑related emergency care.
Immunity is dependent on compliance with AED program requirements.
CPR/AED training is required for certain employees and middle, junior high, and high school students, when funding is available.
Health clubs are strongly encouraged to maintain AEDs and must train any employee expected to use one.

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Industry-Specific Requirements in Nevada

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Legislative & Government Buildings

Requirements:

AEDs are required in legislative buildings, county buildings, sporting arenas, and other government facilities.

Nevada mandates AEDs across multiple government and public venues.

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All Schools

Requirements:

Middle, junior high, and high school students must receive CPR/AED training, if funds are available.
High schools in districts with 100,000+ population must have at least one AED placed in a central location.
AEDs are required at the University of Nevada.

Nevada mandates AEDs in large‑district high schools and requires CPR/AED training for students when funded. Nevada mandates AEDs in university facilities.

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