(a) All private schools, as defined in § 49-6-3001, are encouraged to place automated external defibrillator (AED) devices in schools, as required of public schools in § 49-2-122.
(b) If a private school places an AED in the school, then the private school shall comply with this section, § 49-2-122, and title 68, chapter 140, part 4, relative to training, establishment of a written plan, notification, and other requirements. Private schools shall comply with § 68-140-404 as to the maintenance and testing of AEDs to ensure that the devices are in optimal operating condition.
(c) Section 49-2-122(e) shall apply to private schools that place an AED in the school.