Victoria-tillicum Basic First Aid (OFA Level 1)
Our 1-day Basic First Aid course provides essential hands-on training for managing workplace emergencies, including cardiac arrest, choking, bleeding, and injuries. This WorkSafeBC-certified course equips you with the skills needed to respond effectively and confidently in emergency situations, leading to OFA 1 attendant certification.
Course Overview - Basic First Aid (OFA-1)
Prepare yourself to confidently respond to emergencies at home or in the workplace with our Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1) course. This course is designed to meet WorkSafeBC standards and is ideal for those requiring workplace first aid training. You'll learn key first aid skills and techniques, including how to handle life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest, choking, severe bleeding, and spinal injuries.
Our Basic First Aid course covers essential topics, including:
- Cardiac arrest response
- Choking emergencies
- Severe bleeding and bandage application
- Fracture, burns, and scald management
- Basic CPR techniques for adults and children
Led by experienced instructors, this course emphasizes hands-on practice in first aid procedures and provides the skills you need to respond effectively in emergencies. You’ll gain confidence, build muscle memory, and learn first aid tips that could save a life.
Join A Basic First Aid Course!
Why Choose This First Aid Training?
- Workplace Ready: Our course complies with WorkSafeBC requirements, equipping you to handle first aid emergencies in the workplace.
- Practical Skills: Get hands-on training with life-saving techniques such as CPR, rescue breathing, chest compressions, and using personal protective equipment.
- Expert Instruction: Learn from professionals with real-world experience in emergency medical services, ensuring you’re prepared for real-life situations.
- Certification: Upon completion, you’ll receive a Basic First Aid certificate, recognized by WorkSafeBC, valid for 3 years.
Course Duration:
This is a 1-day, in-person course designed to give you immediate care skills, such as how to manage cardiac emergencies, control bleeding, and handle serious injuries before emergency medical services arrive.
Recertification Option:
Please note that a full course is required for all participants, even if you are renewing your certification. There is no shorter recertification course available, so you must complete the full 1-day training to ensure you're up to date with the latest techniques and WorkSafeBC requirements.
Course Details
Basic First Aid Course Content
- Conducting a Scene Assessment
- Activating the Worksite Emergency Plan
- Maintaining Support of the Head and Neck
- Opening and Maintaining the Airway
- Assessing for Breathing
- Clearing an Obstructed Airway
- Breathing for a Worker with a Pocket Mask
- Performing CPR and AED
- Assessing Skin Condition – Recognizing Shock
- Conducting an RBS
- Controlling Bleeding
FAQs
What are the different levels of first aid?
This question is complicated since there are a number of different types of first aid courses. For Occupational First Aid, there are 3 levels of first aid, simply named OFA Level 1, OFA Level 2, and OFA Level 3. If you work in a marine environment and are required by Transport Canada to be certified in first aid, then there is Marine Basic First Aid and Marine Advanced First Aid. For first aid for those responsible for people in the community there is Emergency First Aid and Standard First Aid. If you are caring specifically for children, Emergency Childcare First Aid is probably the best fit. If you are interested in first for the outdoors or remote situations (or are required to take first aid as an outdoor guide) then there is the 20 hour Remote First Aid, or more advanced 40 hour Wilderness First Aid. There is also an 80 hour Wilderness First Responder course for professional responders responding to remote emergencies. For the professional responders there is also the 40 hour First Responder course and the more advanced Emergency Medical Responder.
What is Occupational first aid Level 1?
Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA 1) is an 8 hour course that prepares workers to be first aid attendants in relatively low risk environments where a hospital is close by. This course is designed by Worksafe BC and focuses specifically on caring for injured coworkers. Participants will learn basic first aid skills and knowledge that are essential for handling life threatening emergencies, as well as handling more common minor injuries that can happen in the workplace. Red Cross Emergency First Aid, and Red Cross Standard First Aid are now officially recognized by Worksafe BC as equivalent to OFA 1.
What is the difference between Level 1 and 2 first aid?
Worksafe BC OFA Level 1 is a one day course meant to train a First Aid attendant in the basic skills necessary to provide first aid in low-risk environments, or for a smaller number of workers. Level 2 however is a 5 day intensive course geared toward training First Aid attendants who might be responsible for a large number of workers and more dangerous job sites. OFA Level 2 also involves much more rigorous practical skills testing to make sure that everyone who is certified has demonstrated that they are ready to put their first aid skills into action when a real emergency happens on the job
Materials
The Basic First Aid (OFA 1) course includes the following materials:
- WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid Participant Guide (hard copy)
Where to find us:
Visit our Victoria-TILLICUM training courses here.
Victoria - Tillicum Centre
Who should take this course?
- Job seekers
- Occupational First Aid Level 1 attendants
- Construction
- Roofing
- Office
- Retail
Looking for a group class?
If you have a group of people and would like us to come to you to teach a
Basic First Aid (OFA Level 1) course, we offer this course in the following locations:
Victoria | Vancouver | Nanaimo | Victoria-tillicum | Burnaby | Duncan | Online |
Give us a call at 1.866.282.5378, or send us an email at grouptraining@alertfirstaid.com to arrange a group course.