Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout the campus.  

AEDs are emergency medical devices used when a person is experiencing cardiac arrest, delivering an electrical shock designed to return the heart to its normal rhythm.

AEDs are with Bates EMS and Campus Safety, and can be quickly brought to any individual in need of support. In case of emergency, contact Campus Safety at 207-786-6111 or 911 immediately.

Additionally, Bates maintains a number of these devices in fixed locations on campus, as well as portable units with Bates EMS, Campus Safety and Athletic Trainers and Health Care Providers.

Readily accessible AEDs are located in the following locations:

Convening Areas

• Bonney Science Center – 45 Campus Avenue
• Chase Hall – 56 Campus Ave
• Cutten Maintenance Center –  147 Russell Street
• Ladd Library – 48 Campus Avenue
• New Commons- 136 Central Avenue
• Olin Museum of Art – 75 Russell Street
• Schaeffer Theater – 329 College Street

Athletic Facilities

• Alumni Gym – 130 Central Ave
• Davis Fitness Center- 145 Russell Street
• Merrill Gym- 141 Russell Street
• Bates Squash Center- 56 Alfred Plourde Parkway
• Traquina Boathouse – 764 North River Road
• Underhill Ice Arena- 145 Russell Street

Mobile Units and Health/Safety

• Athletics- Athletic Trainers – All Sporting Events
• Campus Safety- Vehicle and 245 College Street
• Bates EMS- Vehicle and Office in Chase Hall – 56 Campus Avenue
• Bates Health Services- 31 Campus Avenue

Please contact Campus Safety at (207) 786-6254 or Environmental Health & Safety at (207) 786-6413  with any questions.