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Emergency First Aid with CPR/ AED Level C (In Class) – Equivalent to Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1)

Basic one-day course offering an overview of first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace or home. Includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Meets OHS regulations for Basic First Aid. Exceeds competitor’s standards by including injury prevention content, CPR, and AED.

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Course Contents

  • Preparing to respond
  • The EMS system
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Airway emergencies
  • Breathing and circulation emergencies
  • First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
  • Wound care

Certification Procedure

After successfully completing the in-class program/training, the Mainland Safety training company will submit all the details to the Canadian Red Cross instructor/training partner portal within 72 hours of completion of the course.

Participants will get their certificates directly from the Canadian Red Cross through the email address provided by the participant during their training session.

Please call or email Mainland safety for further questions.

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: WorkSafe Bc – Basic First Aid

Here is the link to Register for: Red Cross: Blended Emergency First Aid

Please follow the link to the WorkSafe Bc website for further verification – Link

FAQs

  1. What are the class hours for Emergency First Aid?

This course is 8-hours long.

  1. 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.

  1. How many questions are in the exam?

There are 20 questions in the exam.

  1. What is the passing percentage?

To pass the exam, you need to get 75%.

  1. What is the price of Emergency First Aid?

Please contact us to learn more about our prices for EFA via email: [email protected] or by phone: (604) 617-0211.

  1. Can we run Emergency First Aid at our jobsite?

Yes, contact us to schedule on-site training via email: [email protected] or by phone: (604) 617-0211.

  1. Are there age requirements to Emergency First Aid?

You must be at least 16 years old.

  1. Do I need any experience prior to taking Emergency First Aid?

No prior experience is necessary for EFA.

  1. Can you send me the price quote?

Yes, please provide your email of choice and the quote will be sent.

  1. Can I bring pets to Emergency First Aid?

Under no circumstances should there be pets in the classroom. Exceptions are only made for certified service dogs.

  1. Can I leave the training early?

No, to receive your certification, you must complete the full 8-hour course.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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: [email protected] or by phone: (604) 617-0211. Business days exclude all statutory holidays in British Columbia and weekends.

  1. Is there a fee for refunds even if I request one in a timely manner?

Yes, all refunds are subject to an administrative fee equal to 5% of the courses face value.

  1. Will I receive a certificate upon completing the course?

Yes, you will be issued a certificate if you complete and pass the course.

  1. How long is the certification for Emergency First Aid valid for?

The certification for Emergency 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 or take a renewal course.

  1. Can I take a renewal class after my certificate expires?

There are no renewal courses available for Emergency First Aid at Mainland Safety. To receive a new certificate a student must retake and pass the entire course, or its equivalent.

  1. Can I take Emergency First Aid online?

No, we only offer in person classes at Mainland Safety.

  1. Do I need to bring anything to the course?

Just yourself and one government issued picture ID.

  1. Is Emergency First Aid recognized outside of BC?

Yes, Emergency First Aid certification is valid throughout Canada.

  1. What is the equivalent certification to Emergency First Aid?

Basic First Aid is the equivalent certification to Emergency First Aid. See here for more details

  1. What language is this course taught in?

This course is taught exclusively in English.

  1. Are there prerequisites to this class?

There are no prerequisites to EFA.