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Busan Strengthens Management of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)… Fines Imposed for Inspection Negligence

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Busan Metropolitan City (Mayor Park Heong-joon) announced that, in accordance with the revised “Emergency Medical Services Act” taking effect on August 17, new and increased administrative fines related to the management of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) will be implemented. The City called on responsible managers to conduct thorough inspections.

Under the revised act and enforcement decree, administrative fines will be imposed for failure to fulfill AED management obligations such as regular inspections and installation of signage.

The main points of the revised act and enforcement decree are as follows:

• ●(Increased) For first offenses: ▲ Facilities required to install AEDs but failing to do so will face a fine increased from KRW 500,000 to KRW 1,000,000 ▲ Failure to report AED installation or modifications will result in a fine increased from KRW 200,000 to KRW 500,000.

• ●(New) For first offenses: ▲ Failure to report the results of monthly AED inspections to the local public health center will incur a KRW 500,000 fine ▲ Failure to install AED guidance signage will result in a KRW 300,000 fine.

As of June 2025, a total of 4,431 AEDs have been installed in Busan, with 3,021 units installed in facilities required by law and 1,410 units in non-mandated locations.

However, since some AED installation data does not match administrative records, the City plans to strengthen its field-based management system by verifying devices, updating information, installing signage, and reporting regular inspections.

To widely inform citizens and related organizations about the revised regulations, the City collaborated with the Busan Emergency Medical Support Center to produce 1,000 informational leaflets and distributed them via district and county public health centers. In addition, education and on-site guidance have been provided to AED installation institutions to foster an environment where all citizens can quickly recognize and use AEDs.

Furthermore, to ensure effective implementation and practical management of the system, the City plans to convene the “3rd Meeting on AED Management System Development,” involving relevant experts and working departments to discuss actionable measures.

Cho Kyu-yul, Director General of the Busan Health Bureau, stated, “AEDs are not merely installed equipment but vital devices that safeguard the golden hour for cardiac arrest patients,” adding, “We will share the intent of the revised regulations with the public and establish a robust management system to strengthen the emergency response foundation that protects citizens’ lives.”