Course Details
- Duration: 1 day (8 hours)
- Price: $115 Plus GST
- Location: Surrey, BC
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, valid for a specified period, typically three years.
At Mainland Safety Training Company, we offer the Basic First Aid course, previously known as Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA Level 1). This course is designed to provide essential first-aid skills for handling common workplace injuries and medical emergencies. Perfect for anyone needing a solid foundation in first aid, this course is ideal for ensuring a safe working environment and meeting basic workplace safety requirements.
Course Dates
Venue:
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Wednesday, December 10, 2025 – Langley -December 10, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) December 11/12, 2025 – Surrey -December 11, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Saturday/Sunday) December 13/14, 2025 – Guildford -December 13, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) December 15/16, 2025 – Abbotsford -December 15, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) December 16/17 2025 – Langley -December 16, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) December 18/19, 2025 – Port Coquitlam -December 18, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) December 18/19, 2025 – Surrey -December 18, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) December 18/19, 2025 – Burnaby -December 18, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Saturday/Sunday) December 20/21, 2025 – Guildford -December 20, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – December 22 - 23 (Monday - Tuesday) Surrey - 192 St 24th Ave - Fern Ridge -December 22, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Saturday/Sunday) December 27/28, 2025 – Guildford -December 27, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – December 30 - 31 (Tuesday - Wednesday) Surrey - 192 St 24th Ave - Fern Ridge -December 30, 2025 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Jan 02 - Jan 25, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -January 2, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Jan 05 - Jan 16, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -January 5, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Tuesday, January 06, 2026 – Chilliwack -January 6, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) January 06/07, 2026 – Richmond -January 6, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) January 08/09, 2026 – Abbotsford -January 8, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) January 08/09, 2026 – Surrey -January 8, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) January 12/13, 2026 – Surrey -January 12, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Wednesday/Thursday) January 14/15, 2026 – Langley -January 14, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Friday, January 16, 2026 – Abbotsford -January 16, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) January 19/20, 2026 – Abbotsford -January 19, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – Langley -January 20, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) January 22/23, 2026 – Surrey -January 22, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) January 22/23, 2026 – Port Coquitlam -January 22, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) January 26/27, 2026 – Surrey -January 26, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – Surrey -January 28, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) January 29/30, 2026 – Burnaby -January 29, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Jan 30 - Feb 22, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -January 30, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Feb 02 - Feb 13, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -February 2, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) February 02/03, 2026 – Abbotsford -February 2, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) February 03/04, 2026 – Richmond -February 3, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 05/06, 2026 – Surrey -February 5, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) February 09/10, 2026 – Surrey -February 9, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) February 09/10, 2026 – Langley -February 9, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) February 10/11, 2026 – Chilliwack -February 10, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) February 17/18, 2026 – Abbotsford -February 17, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Thursday, February 19, 2026 – Abbotsford -February 19, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 19/20, 2026 – Surrey -February 19, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 19/20, 2026 – Port Coquitlam -February 19, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) February 23/24, 2026 – Surrey -February 23, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Monday, February 23, 2026 – Langley -February 23, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 26/27, 2026 – Abbotsford -February 26, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 26/27, 2026 – Langley -February 26, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) February 26/27, 2026 – Burnaby -February 26, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Feb 27 - March 22, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -February 27, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Friday, February 27, 2026 – Surrey -February 27, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday)- (March 02- March 13, 2026) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -March 2, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Tuesday/Wednesday) March 03/04, 2026 – Richmond -March 3, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) March 05/06, 2026 – Surrey -March 5, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Punjabi) – Sunday, March 08, 2026 – Surrey -March 8, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) March 09/10, 2026 – Surrey -March 9, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – Chilliwack -March 10, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) March 12/13, 2026 – Abbotsford -March 12, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) March 12/13, 2026 – Langley -March 12, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday)- (March 16 - March 27, 2026) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -March 16, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – Abbotsford -March 18, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) March 19/20, 2026 – Surrey -March 19, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – Punjabi – (Monday/Tuesday) March 23/24, 2026 – Abbotsford -March 23, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) March 23/24, 2026 – Surrey -March 23, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – Surrey -March 25, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Thursday/Friday) March 26/27, 2026 – Burnaby -March 26, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) March 30/31, 2026 – Abbotsford -March 30, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Intermediate First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 2) – (Monday/Tuesday) March 30/31, 2026 – Langley -March 30, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Transportation Endorsement (OFA) – Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – Langley -March 31, 2026 8:30 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (April 10 - May 03, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -April 10, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (April 13 - April 24, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -April 13, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (April 27 - May 08, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -April 27, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (May 22 - June 14, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -May 22, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (May 25 - June 05, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -May 25, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (June 08 - June 19, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -June 8, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (July 03 - July 26, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -July 3, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (July 06 - July 17, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -July 6, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (July 20 - July 31, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -July 20, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (August 07 - August 30, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -August 7, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Aug 10 - Aug 21, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -August 10, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Aug 24 - Sep 04, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -August 24, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Sep 11 - Oct 04, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -September 11, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Sep 14 - Sep 25, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -September 14, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Oct 16 - Nov 08, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -October 16, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Oct 19 - Oct 30, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -October 19, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) Part Time (Friday-Saturday-Sunday) (Nov 13 - Dec 06, 2026 ) Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -November 13, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Nov 16 - Nov 27, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -November 16, 2026 8:00 am |
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| Advanced First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 3) (Monday-Friday) (Dec 07 - Dec 18, 2026)- Location: 2455 – 192nd Street, Unit 107, Surrey, BC – V3Z 3X1 -December 7, 2026 8:00 am |
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Equivalencies
Starting from March 2025, Canadian Red Cross – Emergency First Aid is equivalent to WorkSafe BC – Basic First Aid.
Similarly, the Canadian Red Cross Also has Emergency First Aid in Blended Format – 4 hours online, 4 hours in Class, you can Finish the course in Half a Day
Here is the link to Register for: Red Cross – Emergency First Aid
Here is the link to Register for: Red Cross – Blended Emergency Fist Aid
Please follow the link to the WorkSafe Bc website for further verification – Link
Faq
1. What are the class hours for Basic First Aid?
Basic First Aid is 8 hours long in total. 7 hours are spent in class, and there are two 15-minute
coffee breaks, with a 30-minute lunch break.
2. Are late arrivals acceptable?
Late arrivals are not accepted under any circumstances. You should arrive in class 15 minutes
before the start time to fill out paperwork.
3. How many questions are in the exam?
There are 25 questions in the exam.
4. What is the passing percentage/mark?
To pass the exam, you need to get 70%.
5. What is the price of Basic First Aid?
BFA is $110 plus 5% GST per student.
6. Can we run Basic First Aid at our jobsite?
Yes, groups of at least 3 up to 18 people can contact us to schedule on-site training via email:
info@mainlandsafety.ca or by phone: (604) 617-0211.
7. Is there an age requirement to Basic First Aid?
You must be at least 16 years old.
8. Do I need any experience prior to taking Basic First Aid?
No prior experience is necessary as this course is designed for beginners.
9. Can you send me the price quote?
Yes, please provide us with your email of choice and the quote will be sent.
10. Can I bring pets to Basic First Aid?
No, under no circumstances should there be pets in the classroom. Exceptions are only made for certified service dogs.
11. Is there parking available and where?
Parking is available at our Guildford location by the fence around the back and sides of the
building.
12. Can I leave training early?
No, to receive your certification, you must complete the full 8-hour course.
13. Can I leave the classroom for 30 minutes and come back to continue the class?
No, to receive your certification, you must complete the full 8-hour course.
14. What happens if I miss the class or don’t ask for a refund in time?
If you miss the class or don’t ask for a refund in a timely manner, you will not be able to get a refund of any kind, meaning you will pay the full price.
15. What is the refund policy?
You can cancel or reschedule a minimum of 5 business days prior to the course. For this you can contact us via email: info@mainlandsafety.ca or by phone: (604) 617-0211.
Business days exclude all statutory holidays in British Columbia and weekends.
16. Is there a fee for refunds even if I request one 5 business days before?
Yes, all refunds are subject to an administrative fee equal to 5% of the courses face value.
17. Will I receive a certificate upon completing the course?
Yes, you will be issued a certificate if you complete and pass the course.
18. How long is the certification for Basic First Aid valid for?
The certification for Basic First Aid is valid for 3 years from the date of completion. After 3
years you will need to retake the full course to get recertified.
19. Can I take a renewal class after my certificate expires?
There are no renewal classes available for Basic First Aid at Mainland Safety. To receive a new
certificate a student must retake and pass the entire course, or its equivalent.
20. Can I take Basic First Aid online?
No, we only offer in person classes at Mainland Safety.
21. Do I need to bring anything to the course?
Just yourself and one government issued picture ID. Participants have the freedom to refuse to present identification, but in doing so they will not be granted a certificate upon completing the course.
22. Is Basic First Aid recognized outside of BC?
No, the Basic First Aid certification is only valid within the province of British Columbia.
23. What is the equivalent certification to Basic First Aid?
Equivalent certifications for BFA include St. John Ambulance, MedAire, Lifesaving Society, and Canadian Red Cross (Emergency First Aid). See here for more details.
24. What language is this course taught in?
This course is taught exclusively in English.
25. Are there prerequisites to this class?
There are no prerequisites to BFA.
Course Content
Basic First Aid Skills:
- CPR and AED for adults and children
- Choking relief techniques for adults, children, and infants
- Recognition and management of common injuries and medical conditions such as cuts, bruises, and fractures
- Treatment of wounds, including cleaning and dressing
- Management of sprains, strains, and other minor injuries
Emergency Response:
- Scene assessment and safety
- Effective communication with emergency services
- Basic principles of first aid, including the ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation)
- Handling bleeding and shock
- Recovery position and safe transportation of injured individuals
Workplace Safety:
- Understanding the role and responsibilities of a first aider
- Overview of workplace first aid kit contents and usage
- Legal and Regulatory Requirements for Workplace First Aid
Certificates accepted in B.C.
The first aid certificates shown here are accepted in B.C. workplaces. These examples should help you determine if a worker has proper certification to be a first aid attendant. Certificates are listed in alphabetical order according to the name of the issuing agency (in other words, from A to Z).
Basic First Aid (Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1)) and Equivalencies
Contact Us
For more information or to book your spot in the Basic First Aid course, reach out to Mainland Safety Training Company today!