AEDS and Ontario Construction Sites

What Type of AED Is Legal on Ontario Construction Sites?

Not every AED sold in Canada meets Ontario’s construction requirements. O. Reg. 157/25 is clear that AEDs used on construction sites must be licensed by Health Canada as medical devices and remain licensed throughout the duration of the project.

Consumer-grade or non-licensed AEDs do not qualify and may result in failed inspections, even if an AED is physically present on site. Construction environments also require AEDs that can withstand dust, vibration, moisture, and temperature extremes.

Commonly used construction-approved AEDs in Ontario include the ZOLL AED 3, known for CPR feedback and durability; Philips AEDs, valued for simplicity and reliability; and Cardiac Science Powerheart AEDs, recognized for fast shock delivery and automated self-testing. All are Health Canada licensed and appropriate for use under O. Reg. 157/25.

AED4Life specializes in supplying compliant AEDs for Ontario job sites and includes TrackMyAED™ to ensure devices remain inspection-ready at all times.

👉 Buy Ontario-compliant construction AEDs:
https://aed4life.ca/collections/construction-sites

📖 Official Regulation:
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/r25157