Maine Workplace Safety & AED Compliance

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

Maine is a low‑mandate AED state. There are no statewide AED requirements for schools, gyms, workplaces, or public venues. The state’s AED framework is built around strong Good Samaritan protections, voluntary AED programs, and EMS‑aligned best practices. General workplaces follow Federal OSHA, not a state plan.

AED Required?

Emergency Plan?

State OSHA Plan?

Federal OSHA (no separate state plan)

Good Samaritan?

Yes — 14 M.R.S. § 164

Regulated Industries

Last Updated

2025

*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.

Recommendations

Schools:
- Even without a mandate, place AEDs near gyms, cafeterias, main corridors, and athletic fields.
- Implement a simple Cardiac Emergency Response Plan (CERP) with staff CPR/AED training.
General Workplaces:
- Adopt voluntary AED programs to reduce cardiac risk and align with OSHA best practices.
- Maintain AEDs per manufacturer guidelines and train key staff.
Public Venues:
- Consider AED placement due to high foot traffic and strong Good Samaritan protections.
All AED Owners:
- Notify local EMS of AED location (recommended).
- Maintain AEDs and document inspections.
- Train anticipated responders in CPR/AED.

Key Takeaways for Maine

Understanding Maine'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.

Maine has no AED mandates for schools, gyms, workplaces, or public venues.
Maine’s Good Samaritan statute 14 M.R.S. § 164 provides broad immunity for AED users, owners, and property owners acting in good faith.
AED programs are voluntary, but once installed, organizations should follow national best practices for training, maintenance, and EMS coordination.
Many Maine schools and athletic programs voluntarily adopt AEDs, but this is policy, not law.