If the AED service indicator is not green, what should you do?

If the AED service indicator is not green, what should you do?

• A. The battery is charged
• B. Check the battery
• C. Continue normal operation
• D. Notify the Captain and the A Flight Attendant

Answer: (D)

Indicator status on medical equipment shows whether it’s ready for use. When the AED service indicator isn’t green, that flag means the unit isn’t ready or has a fault, so it shouldn’t be relied on in an emergency. The appropriate action is to notify the Captain and the A Flight Attendant so they can arrange maintenance, replace the unit if possible, and record the issue in the equipment log. Trust the crew to handle the device and follow established medical equipment procedures rather than attempting to fix or troubleshoot it yourself.

Indicator status on medical equipment shows whether it’s ready for use. When the AED service indicator isn’t green, that flag means the unit isn’t ready or has a fault, so it shouldn’t be relied on in an emergency. The appropriate action is to notify the Captain and the A Flight Attendant so they can arrange maintenance, replace the unit if possible, and record the issue in the equipment log. Trust the crew to handle the device and follow established medical equipment procedures rather than attempting to fix or troubleshoot it yourself.