Erraid Defibrillator

The Isle of Erraid, a small tidal island located off the southwestern tip of the Ross of Mull, is home to a dedicated community and is equipped with a vital public access defibrillator. This essential life-saving device is strategically placed on the island, providing crucial immediate aid in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest for both its residents and the visitors who come to experience its unique natural beauty and community life. Its presence is especially important given the island’s remote and tidal nature.

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 islands, including the unit on the Isle of Erraid. 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 on the Isle of Erraid 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 even in more secluded locations, empowering the Erraid community and its visitors with the means to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies, significantly contributing to their safety and well-being.