WorkSafeBC: Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1)
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.
Upcoming Classes
Course Details
- Duration: 1 day (8 hours)
- Price: $105 Plus GST
- Location: Surrey, BC
Who Should Attend?
Ideal For:
- Individuals needing fundamental first-aid skills
- Workers in various industries
- Small business owners and the general public
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, valid for a specified period, typically three years.
FAQ
What is the cost of the Basic First Aid course?
- Please contact us directly for detailed pricing information.
How long is the course?
- The course lasts for one day, totalling 8 hours of instruction.
Who should take this course?
- The course is suitable for anyone needing basic first aid skills, including workers, business owners, and individuals seeking general first aid knowledge.
What certification will I receive?
- You will receive a certificate upon successful completion, which is valid for three years.
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
Contact Us
For more information or to book your spot in the Basic First Aid course, reach out to Mainland Safety Training Company today!
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
Canadian Red Cross – B.C. Workplace Emergency First Aid – Out of Jurisdiction (older version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
Canadian Red Cross – B.C. Workplace Emergency First Aid (older version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
Canadian Red Cross – BC Workplace Emergency First Aid (CPR_AED level A) e-certificate, Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
Canadian Red Cross – Emergency First Aid & CPR_AED Level C, Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
Canadian Red Cross – Standard First Aid & CPR_AED Level C, Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
EMP Canada – Workplace for B.C. Level 1, Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
Lifesaving Society – Worksite First Aid Level 1, Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
MedAire – (Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1) Equivalent), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
St. John Ambulance – Standard First Aid for Industry (Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1) Equivalent), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
St. John Ambulance – Standard First Aid for Industry (Basic First Aid (Earlier OFA Level 1) Equivalent), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 – EMA First Responder (newer version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 – EMA First Responder_ (older version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 – Out of Jurisdiction (newer version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 – Out of Jurisdiction (older version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 (newer version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Level 1 (older version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
WorkSafeBC – Restricted Level 1 Certificate_ (newer version), Mainland Safety, First Aid Training Services, Surrey, BC
