Advanced First Aid (formerly OFA L3)
New 2024 CSA-aligned course
General Information
Advanced First Aid (formerly known as OFA L3) is a 80 hour (10 day) program designed to provide the first aid attendant with the skills to function as part of an effective first aid program in the work place.
The course consists of lessons involving a minimum of 70 hours of classroom study and practice. Pre-reading for each lesson is essential. Lectures will cover those areas essential for learning emergency care, but the need for pre-reading and continual review is essential for the understanding of first aid subjects covered in each lesson.
Candidates must be at least 16 years of age and be able to understand and perform the first aid skills required to complete the learning tasks. No previous first aid training is required, but recommended. This means you do not need to take Basic First Aid (OFA L1) or Intermediate First Aid (OFA L2) prior to taking this course.
Intention
Course participants are encouraged to assist in improving pre-hospital care of injured workers by promoting:
- Workplace compliance with the Occupational First Aid Regulation
- Effective interaction between attendants, employers and workers
- Efficient co-operation with higher levels of medical care, such as the BC Ambulance Service and hospital emergency personnel
Handouts
For walk-in patients that are sent back to work after treatment we give them a handout. These handouts used to be part of the printed material you receive during training, but not anymore. Please find the link to this document here for download.
What you will Receive with this Course
- A WorkSafeBC certificate in Advanced First Aid – valid for 3 years
- A paper version of the Advanced First Aid – Reference and Training Manual – v4
- A booklet containing scenario and skills practice
- A CPR pocket mask
What you get during Instruction
- A large classroom but small class size
- Attentive and experienced instructor care
- Spaces to relax before, during breaks and after your class
- Free coffee and tea during all open hours of the site
- A selection of snacks and treats for a small donation
Recertification
When your certification is nearing its date of expiration (recommended 3 months prior), all ticket holders are welcome to attend a recertification program. This option is a 40 hour (week 2) program designed to refresh skills and update the student with any changes in programing standards since their last ticket.
The added benefit to recertification, not just time savings but significantly less cost. However, you will still be required to attend all 5 days, show full participation, and pass the required written and practical examinations for recertification.
Please note: In order to qualify for the recertification program the individual must attend the first day of class prior to their ticket expiring. Should the certificate holder have an expired ticket, the recertification option is no longer available and the student must retake the program in full.
What to do after booking your spot in the course:
Books will be given out on the first day of class.
You can already start by downloading the Electronic version of the new Advanced First Aid book, please read the information for the Priority Action Approach before day 1.
Advanced First Aid – Reference and Training Manual – v4 – 4 Sept 24-1
Download your electronic version
Ready to Join Us?
Click any of the dates below to register for an upcoming course.
Search:
| Event | Venue | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
|
Register |
| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
|
Register |
Lifelong Training Guarantee
All students who take a WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid or Professional Responder (Red Cross) program with us, are welcome to sit in on any future training session they wish*. This will help to refresh your skills and keep your abilities up to date. Simply call us with your interest and dates and we will save you a spot.
*Subject to ticket validity and available seats. Contact us for more information.