Sanford Middle School received a boost to its safety measures on Thursday, April 11th, as Cintas, a leader in workplace safety solutions, generously donated an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to the school.
The donation was attended by Cintas General Manager Drew Hormann and Service Manager Scott Bellerose.
Sanford Middle School Principal Pam Lydon, SMS Nurse Katelyn Gray, Superintendent Matt Nelson, and Assistant Superintendent Steve Bussiere were there to receive the donation.
AEDs are crucial devices designed to aid individuals experiencing cardiac arrest, a condition that can strike without warning. These portable devices analyze the hear’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electric shock to restore normal heart function.
SMS is planning to place the AED outside the gym doors as its main home both during and after school hours.
With a diverse range of outdoor sports, SMS is dedicated to providing a safe environment for its students.
Coaches will also be equipped with the AED during practices during practices and games to reduce the response time in case of a cardiac emergency.