Heart Safe Workplace with a Lunch & Learn Lifesaving Workshop
Here's a sobering truth that most people do NOT know: 575 Australians suffer a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) every single week. And of those, only 1 in 10 will survive.
That's not a typo. Just 10% survival rate.
But here's where it gets interesting, and hopeful. When a defibrillator is used within 3 minutes of a cardiac arrest, survival rates can jump to over 70%. That's a massive difference, and it comes down to one thing: being prepared.
The question is, is YOUR workplace ready to respond if someone collapses? Or are you hoping it just never happens?
At Heart Safe Australia, we believe every workplace can become a lifesaving environment. Not through complicated training or expensive programs, but through awareness, education, and the right equipment. That's exactly what our Heart Safe Workplace Program and Lunch & Learn Lifesaving Workshop deliver.
❤️ What is a Heart Safe Workplace?
A Heart Safe Workplace isn't just about having a defibrillator mounted on the wall (though that's definitely part of it). It's about creating a culture of readiness, where your team knows what to do, where to find the AED, and how to act fast when every second counts.
Our Heart Safe Workplace Program is designed to transform your organisation from reactive to proactive. Instead of hoping an emergency never happens, you'll be equipped and confident to handle one if it does.
Think about it: we have fire extinguishers and evacuation plans. We do fire drills. But Sudden Cardiac Arrest is actually more common than workplace fires, yet most businesses have no plan, no equipment, and no trained responders.
It's time to change that.
❤️ 1-Hour Lunch & Learn Lifesaving Workshop
Here's the good news: getting your team heart-safe ready doesn't require days of training or pulling everyone away from their desks for hours on end.
Our Lunch & Learn Lifesaving Workshop is a 1-hour demonstration that fits perfectly into a lunch break. No certifications, no exams, no pressure, just practical, potentially lifesaving knowledge delivered in a relaxed, engaging format.
What's Covered in the Workshop?
During the session, your team will learn:
Awareness – Understanding what Sudden Cardiac Arrest actually is (hint: it's NOT the same as a heart attack)
Education – Why early defibrillation is so critical and how it dramatically improves survival
DRSABCD – The emergency response protocol that every Australian should know
The 3-Steps to Save a Life – A simple, memorable framework anyone can follow:
Call Triple Zero (000)
Push hard and fast on the chest (CPR)
Shock with an AED
That's it. Three steps that could mean the difference between life and death.
The workshop is hands-on and interactive. Your team will see how an AED works, practice the motions, and walk away feeling confident, not certified, but genuinely capable of responding in an emergency.
❤️ From Reactive to Proactive: Making the Shift
Most workplaces operate in reactive mode when it comes to cardiac emergencies. There's no AED, no one knows CPR, and if something happens, the plan is basically "call 000 and hope for the best."
The problem? Ambulance response times vary. In metro areas, you might wait 8-12 minutes. In regional areas? Even longer. And brain damage begins after just 4-6 minutes without oxygen.
A proactive approach means:
Having an AED on-site and easily accessible
Ensuring multiple team members know how to use it
Displaying clear signage so anyone, employee or visitor, can locate it fast
Conducting regular awareness refreshers
When you shift from reactive to proactive, you're not just ticking a compliance box. You're genuinely protecting your people. Your colleagues. Your customers. Maybe even yourself.
❤️ The Heart Safe Workplace Audit Checklist
Not sure if your workplace is truly heart-safe? Run through this quick checklist:
AED Availability
Do you have at least one AED on-site?
Is it appropriate for your workplace size and layout?
Location & Accessibility
Is the AED located in a central, high-traffic area?
Can it be reached within 3 minutes from anywhere in your building?
Is it accessible 24/7 (not locked away in a cupboard)?
Signage & Visibility
Is there clear AED signage displayed?
Can visitors and new staff easily identify where it is?
Maintenance & Readiness
Are the pads within their expiry date?
Is the battery charged and functional?
Is there a regular maintenance schedule in place?
Staff Awareness
Do staff know where the AED is located?
Has anyone received CPR/AED awareness training?
Is there an emergency response plan that includes cardiac arrest?
If you're ticking "no" to several of these, don't stress: that's exactly why we're here. The Heart Safe Workplace Program addresses every single one of these gaps.
❤️ The Mindray C1 AED: Our Recommended Defibrillator
When it comes to choosing an AED for your workplace, not all defibrillators are created equal. We recommend the Mindray C1 AED: and here's why.
Key Features of the Mindray C1:
Fast Shock Delivery – Time is everything in a cardiac arrest. The Mindray C1 analyses heart rhythm and delivers a shock in seconds, not minutes.
Simple 3-Step Operation – Clear visual and audio prompts guide even first-time users through the process. No medical training required.
Paediatric Switch – One set of pads works for both adults and children. Simply flip the switch for paediatric mode: no fumbling for separate pads in an emergency.
IP55 Rating – Dust and water resistant, making it suitable for offices, warehouses, outdoor sites, and everything in between.
Long Battery & Pad Life – Less maintenance, more peace of mind. The Mindray C1 is designed to be ready when you need it.
The bright orange case is impossible to miss, and the intuitive design means anyone, literally anyone: can use it effectively.
❤️ Heart Safe Workplace AED / Defibrillator Packages
We've made it easy to get everything you need in one go. Our packages include the Mindray C1 AED along with all the essentials for a complete cardiac emergency response setup.
Mindray C1 AED / Defibrillator Combo:
Make it stand out
Includes:
Mindray C1 Defibrillator with pads
AED signage
Complete CPR responder kit (gloves, scissors, face mask, razor)
DRSABCD resuscitation chart
Perfect for workplaces that already have a mounting solution or prefer a portable setup.
Mindray C1 Defibrillator & Cabinet Combo (Indoor - No Alarm)
Mindray C1 Defibrillator & Cabinet Combo:
Wall-mounted AED cabinet for secure, visible storage
Mindray C1 Defibrillator with pads
AED signage
Complete CPR responder kit (gloves, scissors, face mask, razor)
DRSABCD resuscitation chart
This is our most popular option for offices, schools, gyms, and community spaces. The cabinet keeps your AED protected while ensuring it's always visible and accessible.
Mindray C1 Defibrillator & Cabinet Combo (Indoor - with strobe & Alarm)
Mindray C1 Defibrillator & Cabinet Combo:
Wall-mounted AED cabinet for secure, visible storage
Mindray C1 Defibrillator with pads
AED signage
Complete CPR responder kit (gloves, scissors, face mask, razor)
DRSABCD resuscitation chart
This is our most popular option for offices, schools, gyms, and community spaces. The cabinet keeps your AED protected while ensuring it's always visible and accessible.
❤️ Ready to Make Your Workplace Heart Safe?
Every workplace has fire extinguishers. Every workplace has first aid kits. It's time every workplace had an AED and a team that knows how to use it.
Our Heart Safe Workplace Program: complete with a Lunch & Learn Lifesaving Workshop: gives you everything you need to protect your people. The equipment. The knowledge. The confidence.
Because when someone collapses, you don't want to be standing there wondering what to do. You want to act. You want to be the person who makes the difference.
575 Australians suffer a cardiac arrest every week. Let's make sure the ones that happen in our workplaces have the best possible chance of survival.
Ready to get started?
Visit our Heart Safe Workplace page or explore our full range of defibrillators to find the right solution for your organisation.
Together, we can create Heart Safe Workplaces across Australia: one Lunch & Learn at a time.
Stay heart safe,
The Heart Safe Australia Team ❤️