Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3)

Become an Advanced First Aid Attendant (OFA Level 3)

Our Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3) course is designed for Level 3 First Aid Attendants working at larger worksites or remote worksites that are more than 20 minutes from medical aid. This WorkSafeBC-approved course provides advanced training in managing serious workplace injuries such as falls, cardiac emergencies, shock, and severe bleeding. You'll also learn critical patient transport skills, including hard collar application and how to package patients for safe transportation.

This course has been updated to align with the new CSA standards, ensuring that your training meets the latest WorkSafeBC regulations for occupational health and safety. Participants will receive both theoretical instruction and hands-on practical training, preparing them for real-world emergency scenarios in high-risk environments.
 

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Is This Course Right for You?

• Secure Employment: This course is essential for those working in large, remote worksites or for employers with large workforces where immediate access to medical aid may not be possible. It equips workplace first aid attendants with the necessary skills to manage serious medical emergencies, making them valuable assets in industries that require advanced-level safety training. The course helps businesses meet their WorkSafeBC requirements while ensuring workplace safety.

• Path to Certification: This 72-hour training course leads to Advanced First Aid Attendant certification, valid for 3 years. The course includes both written and practical exams to test your ability to apply first aid skills in real-world scenarios. A passing grade of 70% or higher is required for successful completion and certification.

• Comprehensive Skills Training: Participants will develop advanced emergency response skills, such as spinal management, fracture care, airway management, and CPR/AED use. The course will also teach you how to assess and manage severe bleeding, breathing distress, burns, and cardiac arrest, as well as how to make transport decisions for injured workers in remote or high-risk areas.

Course Overview:

The Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3) course is designed to provide advanced first aid training for individuals working in high-risk environments. This WorkSafeBC-compliant course covers everything from spinal injury management to cardiac emergency care, ensuring that participants can handle the most serious workplace injuries.

Key details include:

• Course Duration: 72 hours
• Locations: Victoria and Burnaby
• CSA-aligned and compliant with WorkSafeBC regulations
• WorkSafeBC-approved exams with a written test and practical assessment
• Certification valid for 3 years upon successful completion
• No prior first aid experience is required, though completion of OFA Level 2 is recommended for easier comprehension
• Full participation and course attendance are required for certification

This intensive 10-day program is perfect for anyone looking to advance their first aid skills and take on the responsibility of managing serious emergencies in large or high-risk workplaces.

WorkSafeBC Regulatory Updates

The Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3) course replaces the former OFA Level 3 program and is now aligned with the updated CSA standards. These updates ensure that the curriculum meets the most current requirements under WorkSafeBC regulations, providing participants with the necessary skills to handle serious workplace injuries in remote worksites or high-risk areas. The course continues to offer high-quality instruction while reflecting modern workplace safety needs.

For detailed information on these amendments, visit the following pages on WorkSafeBC's website:

• Preliminary OHS Guidelines for Part 3 – Occupational First Aid
• Backgrounder: Occupational first aid regulatory changes
• First aid requirements (web page)

 

Recertification

To renew your Advanced First Aid certification, participants must complete the full 72-hour Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3) course. Recertification cannot be achieved through a shorter course, as WorkSafeBC regulations require full course completion to ensure that participants remain current with the latest safety standards and life-saving skills. This comprehensive approach guarantees that First Aid Attendants are fully prepared to provide critical care and respond to emergencies confidently, maintaining the highest level of training in advanced first aid.