PKP Intercity is investing in passenger safety. Every Pendolino train will be equipped with AED Plus defibrillators, which will make it possible to provide assistance to travelers experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.
PKP Intercity is equipping all Pendolino trains with AED Plus defibrillators. This is an important element in strengthening passenger safety. These life-saving devices will be placed in specially marked cabinets in carriage no. 2, near the compartments for parents with children. The defibrillator is easy to use and supports and instructs the person providing assistance throughout the entire rescue operation. Scientific studies confirm that the use of an AED within 3 minutes of cardiac arrest contributes to increasing the survival rate by up to 75%. As part of periodic training, the carrier has also conducted exercises on operating the device for all train crew members. Additionally, train crew members can individually practice operating the equipment on defibrillators intended for training purposes.
20 AED Plus defibrillators with accessories were supplied by PARAMEDICA Polska Sp. z o.o. As part of the contract, company representatives also trained the train crews. The cost of the project is 117,000 PLN net.