Yes! These are the same course—just a name update. As of September 1, 2024, Occupational First Aid Basic replaced the previous Occupational First Aid Level 1 training program. It remains fully WorkSafeBC-approved and meets all workplace safety requirements. Yes, Basic First Aid (BFA) Training is the updated name for Occupational First Aid Basic, replacing the previous OFA Level 1 as of September 1, 2024. The course remains fully WorkSafeBC-approved and meets all workplace safety requirements.

Both meet workplace requirements in BC, but Red Cross courses offer additional national recognition and training flexibility.

Your Basic First Aid (OFA1 1)  certification is valid for 3 years from the date of completion.

This course is ideal for:

• Employees needing Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA 1) certification

• Anyone seeking Basic First Aid (BFA) Training for workplace compliance

• Individuals looking to Enroll in Basic First Aid for personal preparedness

1. First Aid: Immediate assistance given to a person suffering from a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery.
2. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation): A life-saving technique used in emergencies when someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped.
3. WorkSafe BC: The regulatory body responsible for ensuring workplace safety and health standards in British Columbia.
4. OFA (Occupational First Aid): A series of first aid courses designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to respond to workplace emergencies.
5. Wound Management: The process of treating and caring for a wound to promote healing and prevent infection.
6. Injury Assessment: Evaluating the nature and extent of an injury to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
7. Emergency Response: The immediate reaction and actions taken to address an emergency situation.
8. First Aid Attendant: A person trained and designated to provide first aid in the workplace.
9. Advanced First Aid Attendant: A higher-level first aid provider with more extensive training and skills to handle complex medical emergencies.
10. BC Ambulance Service: The emergency medical service provider in British Columbia responsible for providing pre-hospital care and transportation.
11. Records and Reports: First Aid attendants are required to keep accurate records and fill out medical reports to evaluate workplace safety and help reduce future injuries.
12. CPR (1 Person): An emergency procedure involving artificial circulation, airway management, and ventilation when a person is not breathing and their heart has stopped.
13. Soft Tissue Injury Management: Recognizing and treating injuries to muscles, ligaments, and tendons, such as sprains, strains, contusions, or overuse injuries.
14. Hemorrhage Control: Techniques to manage severe bleeding, minimize blood loss, and reduce shock.
15. Airway Breathing and Interventions: Recognizing and managing respiratory distress, failures, and obstructions.
16. Primary Survey: A rapid assessment to determine the presence of any life-threatening injuries or conditions.
17. Minor Injury First Aid: Managing minor wounds and daily workplace injuries, making “Return to Work” or “Refer to Medical Aid” decisions.
18. Cervical Spine Control (C-Spine): Identifying potential spinal injuries and providing spinal control.
19. Priority Action Approach: A systematic method to assess and treat patients rapidly and efficiently.