Is Intermediate First Aid the same as OFA Level 2?

Yes. In 2024, WorkSafeBC renamed Occupational First Aid Level 2 (OFA 2) to Intermediate First Aid (IFA). The training standards, 14-hour duration, and 3-year certification validity remain the same.

Do I need to take Basic First Aid before this course?

No, there are no prerequisites. You do not need to hold a Basic First Aid (OFA 1) certificate before taking this course, though you must be physically capable of performing CPR and patient immobilization.

Where is the training located and is there parking?

Training takes place at Metro Safety Surrey, located at 15685 Fraser Hwy #4a, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y6. The facility offers parking and is open from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

What should I bring to the training session?

Please bring a government-issued photo ID (mandatory for certification). Wear comfortable clothing suitable for floor-based skills practice, such as CPR and splinting. All manuals and equipment are provided.

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Intermediate First - June 10 - 11, 2027

Jun 10 – Jun 11, 20272 classes

Multi-day course · see full schedule below

Metro Safety Surrey

15685 Fraser Hwy #4a, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y6

Register for Intermediate First Aid (OFA 2) in Surrey, June 10-11, 2027. WorkSafeBC-approved 2-day certification. Call 604-521-4227 to secure your spot today!

Tickets

Intermediate First Aid (OFA 2)

14 hours (2 days)

$178.00CAD

8 spots remaining

About This Course

Professional WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid (OFA 2) Training in Surrey

Elevate your workplace safety skills with Metro Safety Training’s Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2) course. Scheduled for June 10 - 11, 2027, this comprehensive two-day, 14-hour program is WorkSafeBC-approved. It is specifically designed for individuals required to act as first aid attendants in moderate-to-high hazard workplaces, including construction, manufacturing, and forestry sectors across the Lower Mainland.

Location & Schedule

This session will be held at our Surrey training hub: Metro Safety Surrey, 15685 Fraser Hwy #4a, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y6. The course runs from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM on both Thursday, June 10th and Friday, June 11th. Our facility is conveniently located to serve students from Surrey, Langley, and Delta, offering professional classroom amenities and accessible parking.

Location & Schedule

Class Schedule (2 classes)

Day 1Thu, Jun 10, 20278:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Day 2Fri, Jun 11, 20274:30 PM – 8:30 PM

⚠ One registration covers all sessions — attendance required at every class.

Venue

Metro Safety Surrey

15685 Fraser Hwy #4a, Surrey, BC V4N 0Y6

Certification

WorkSafeBC OFA Level 2 — valid 3 years

Approved

WorkSafeBC Recognized

What You Will Learn

This Intermediate level course provides in-depth training on managing critical workplace injuries. Participants will engage in hands-on modules covering:

Life-Saving Assessments: Mastering the Priority Action Approach (PAA) and two-person CPR with AED.
Trauma Care: Managing flail chest, sucking chest wounds, and the use of tourniquets for massive hemorrhaging.
Musculoskeletal & Environmental: Immobilization of major fractures, burn assessment (Rule of Nines), and treating heat/cold emergencies.
Medical Emergencies: Recognizing symptoms and providing care for strokes, seizures, and diabetic emergencies.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for first aid attendants at workplaces with 20+ workers or those at remote sites more than 30 minutes from ambulance services. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid certificate, valid for three years. This certification ensures compliance with Schedule 3-A of the BC OHS Regulation.

Secure your spot today for $178. For registration assistance or to inquire about private group bookings, please contact us at 604-521-4227 or email Info@metrosafety.ca.

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