Occupational First Aid Level 2 (OFA 2)

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Important Update: Transition from OFA2 to Intermediate First Aid

The OFA2 course is replaced by the new 2-day Intermediate First Aid course to comply with the latest WorkSafeBC regulations, effective July 2, 2024. Please call us at 1.866.321.2651 if you have any questions about this change. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this transition.

To register for our new Intermediate First Aid course, please visit: Intermediate First Aid (British Columbia)

Course Description

Discontinued: this course has been replaced by Intermediate First Aid to comply with the latest WorkSafeBC regulations.

Occupational First Aid Level 2 (OFA 2) is a 36-hour program (excluding breaks) designed to provide the first aid attendant with the necessary skills to function as part of an effective first aid program in the workplace. Successful participants will be qualified to work as WorkSafeBC OFA Level 2 first aid attendants. OFA Level 2 also meets the requirements of the Canada Labour Code (Standard First Aid).

Duration

This is a 36-hour course.

Course Content

Scene assessment
Primary survey and transportation decisions
Secondary survey
Patient positioning
Human anatomy and physiology
Pocket mask and CPR/AED
Airway and breathing - Conscious patients
Airway and breathing - Unresponsive patients
Bleeding
Minor injuries
Exposure to heat and cold
Effective communication
Major injuries
Medical emergencies
Head and nervous system
Multiple patient casualties

Course Availability

British Columbia BC

Assessment

All participants complete a written exam and a practical exam at the end of this course.

With the successful completion of the exams, participants will earn a certification that is valid for 3 years.

Delivery Method

In-class