Nanaimo Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2)
This Intermediate First Aid course for industry replaces the WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid Level 2 program, aligning with updated safety standards for workplace first aid.
Become an Intermediate First Aid Attendant in Nanaimo
Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, or other high-risk sectors across Nanaimo, this WorkSafeBC-approved Intermediate First Aid course equips you with critical skills to handle workplace medical emergencies. You will gain expertise in injury assessment, life-saving interventions, and more, ensuring you’re prepared to respond effectively when seconds matter.
This course replaces the OFA Level 2 program and meets the latest CSA and WorkSafeBC safety standards. Participants benefit from both theoretical learning and hands-on practical experience in Nanaimo, preparing them for real-world emergencies.
Join an Intermediate First Aid Course in Nanaimo!
Is This Course Right for You?
Secure Employment: This course is essential for many high-risk industries, helping workers manage emergencies on the job and supporting companies in meeting their WorkSafeBC requirements. Staff trained in Intermediate First Aid enhance workplace safety and demonstrate a commitment to preparedness.
Path to Certification: This course leads to Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) certification, valid for 3 years. Upon successful completion, participants can take the WorkSafeBC examination, which includes both written and practical assessments, with a passing grade of 70% required for certification.
Comprehensive Skills Training: Participants will learn essential first aid techniques, including patient assessment, CPR and AED use, and managing unresponsive patients, burns, fractures, and respiratory distress. This 14-hour course, which combines in-class and hands-on training, prepares participants for a range of job-related emergencies.
Course Overview
The Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course provides crucial first aid skills for those in high-risk industries. With a mix of theoretical and practical training, participants gain the skills and confidence needed to apply first aid effectively in real situations.
Key details include:
- Course Duration: 14 Hours
- Locations: Nanaimo, Victoria, Burnaby, and Vancouver
- CSA-aligned and compliant with WorkSafeBC regulations
- Includes WorkSafeBC-approved exams with both written and practical assessments
- Certification: Valid for 3 years upon successful completion
- No prior first aid experience required, making it suitable for new and experienced workers alike
This course is perfect for anyone seeking to enhance their emergency response skills in the workplace.
Recertification
For those looking to renew their certification, please note that recertification requires full completion of the Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course. There is no shorter option for recertification; all participants must complete the full 14-hour course to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest WorkSafeBC standards, techniques, and CSA-aligned curriculum.
WorkSafeBC Regulatory Updates
The Intermediate First Aid course replaces the former OFA Level 2 program and aligns with the latest CSA standards, ensuring the curriculum meets current WorkSafeBC regulations. This update provides participants with comprehensive training tailored to handle modern workplace emergencies. The course continues to offer high-quality instruction while reflecting essential updates for today’s safety needs.
For more information on these regulatory changes, refer to 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)
Course Details
Participants must demonstrate competency in the following skills:
- Conduct a scene assessment
- Activate the workplace emergency response procedures
- Maintain support of the head and neck, initially and with a co-worker
- Open the airway with an airway opening manoevre (head-tilt chin-lift)
- Maintain an airway opening manoevre, instruct, and have a co-worker maintain (hold the head-tilt chin-lift)
- Assess for breathing
- Clear an obstructed airway
- Breathe for a worker with a pocket mask
- Perform CPR
- Deploy an AED
- Assess skin condition, and recognize shock
- Conduct a rapid body survey (RBS)
- Control bleeding with direct pressure, dressings and bandages and a tourniquet
FAQs
Are OFA Level 2 courses changing in BC?
First aid certification levels and first aid kit contents are being aligned with Canadian Standards Association standards. Level 1, 2, and 3 certificates and kits will become basic, intermediate, and advanced, respectively. The instruction time for the new intermediate (previously Level 2) first aid course is changing from five days to two days.
How is the Intermediate First Aid course different from Basic (OFA Level 1) First Aid?
While OFA Level 1 is a one-day course designed for low-risk workplaces, the Intermediate First Aid course (formerly OFA Level 2) is a 5-day intensive course. It provides lifesaving first aid skills geared toward training workplace first aid attendants in larger or urban workplaces, where there may be a greater number of workers and more complex safety requirements.
Is the OFA Level 2 course still available?
The OFA Level 2 program has been replaced by the Intermediate First Aid course, which meets updated WorkSafeBC requirements. This intermediate-level course is designed to provide comprehensive occupational first aid training for urban first aid attendants and those responsible for a large number of workers.
What certification do I receive after completing the Intermediate First Aid course?
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a WorkSafeBC First Aid Attendant certification. This attendant certification is valid for 3 years and certifies you as a Level 2 First Aid Attendant, ready to handle workplace emergencies.
What are the prerequisites for enrolling in the Intermediate First Aid course?
There are no prerequisites for the Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course. However, participants are encouraged to review the course materials and practice before class to be fully prepared for the intensive training.
How does this course compare to Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 3)?
OFA Level 3 is a more advanced, longer course, typically covering 70 hours of training, while the Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course is a 5-day intensive course focused on providing the essential skills needed for urban workplaces and larger work environments.
What are the key benefits of completing the Intermediate First Aid course?
This workplace first aid course leads to attendant certification, equipping participants with lifesaving first aid skills that meet WorkSafeBC requirements. It’s designed to help first aid attendants manage safety in more complex workplace environments and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Materials
The Intermediate First Aid course includes the following materiesl:
- WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid Participant Guide (hard copy)
Resources
Intermediate First Aid Participant GuideWhere to find us:
Visit our Nanaimo training courses here.
Nanaimo - First Aid, CPR & AED Courses
Looking for a group class?
If you have a group of people and would like us to come to you to teach a
Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course, we offer this course in the following locations:
Nanaimo | Parksville | Qualicum Beach | Lantzville | Comox | Courtenay | Cumberland | Campbell River
Give us a call at 1.866.282.5378, or send us an email at grouptraining@alertfirstaid.com to arrange a group course.