Dervaig School Defibrillator

Dervaig Primary School, an integral part of the community in Dervaig on the Isle of Mull, is equipped with a vital public access defibrillator. This essential life-saving device is strategically placed within the school premises, ensuring immediate aid can be provided in the critical event of a sudden cardiac arrest for pupils, staff, and visitors, significantly enhancing safety within this educational environment and the wider village.

In any medical emergency where a defibrillator might be required, such as a sudden cardiac arrest, the immediate and crucial action is always to dial 999 and request the ambulance service. Emergency call handlers on Mull are fully informed about all registered defibrillator locations across the island, including the unit at Dervaig Primary School. They are trained to provide precise guidance on how to access the device and offer crucial instructions on its use, all while professional medical assistance is promptly dispatched to the scene.

The provision and ongoing maintenance of this defibrillator at Dervaig Primary School is part of the broader commitment by the Mull and Iona Community Trust to establish a robust network of these critical devices across the islands. This initiative ensures that vital medical equipment is readily available in key community spaces, empowering individuals with the means to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies and contributing significantly to the safety and well-being of everyone in Dervaig.