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Advanced Life-Saving Skills for Moderate and High-Risk Workplaces
Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2) is the WorkSafeBC-required course for people working in medium to high-risk jobs in Vancouver. This includes construction, warehouses, light manufacturing, recreation, and hospitality.
As of September 1, 2024, WorkSafeBC updated the program name to “Intermediate First Aid” to align with national safety standards. This course is required when Basic First Aid is not enough for workplace safety.
At Primary Care First Aid, our 2-day Intermediate First Aid course in Vancouver is taught by active firefighters and paramedics. You will learn hands-on skills using the Priority Action Approach to confidently handle serious injuries, medical emergencies, and complete required WorkSafeBC reports.
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The Intermediate First Aid certification is required by WorkSafeBC for specific workplace environments. This course is essential for:
Employees who are assigned to provide first aid in larger workplaces or in jobs with higher safety risks, as required by WorkSafeBC.
People working in construction, trades, warehouses, light manufacturing, recreation, and hospitality, where injuries are more likely to happen.
Team leaders, managers, and safety officers are responsible for handling emergencies in the workplace and protecting workers.
Common for security staff, lifeguards, coaches, volunteers, and others who work closely with the public or in physical environments.
Anyone needing more in-depth skills than Basic First Aid can take this course.
We offer professional, WorkSafeBC-compliant training at our modern Vancouver facility.
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This course focuses on clinical trauma management and rapid intervention. We replace vague theory with the actual WorkSafeBC curriculum points:
Priority Action Approach: Master the system for hazard assessment, primary surveys (ABCs), and secondary surveys (Rapid Body Survey).
When a life is on the line, you need muscle memory, not just book knowledge.
Learn from the experts who handle emergencies every day.
As the owner and a full-time firefighter, Scott leads our team with extensive instructional experience.
Chris brings a diverse background as a full-time firefighter, carpenter, and former ambulance attendant.
Marvin has been a professional firefighter since 2009 and is an active member of the Peer Support team.
A career firefighter for the City of Richmond, Evan formerly served in the Royal Canadian Navy.
JT offers over a decade of experience as a full-time firefighter and former paramedic.
Danny is a full-time firefighter who has collaborated with numerous first aid organizations.
A full-time career firefighter, Vanessa completed her Fire and Paramedic training in Manitoba.
Anita contributes her medical expertise as a Registered Nurse with a background in psychiatry and med/surg.
Kevin is a career firefighter who previously served as a paramedic with BCEHS.
With over 15 years in emergency services, Stacey is a seasoned full-time firefighter.
A full-time firefighter with a background in kinesiology. Trevor brings a deep understanding of body mechanics to his training.
Erin is a versatile firefighter with experience as a whitewater raft guide and with BC Ambulance.
A career firefighter with a degree in Physical Education. Nick has been passionate about first aid since his youth.
Ryan is a community-focused firefighter who volunteers with St. John Ambulance and the Canucks Autism Network.
A professional firefighter for over 20 years. James has also taught at the Justice Institute of British Columbia.
We are proud to be a trusted provider of this course. Take a look at what the recent graduates have to say about their training.
Secure your Intermediate First Aid certification today at our Vancouver facility. Don’t wait for a workplace incident to occur. Invest in your safety career and meet all WorkSafeBC requirements with our intensive training. Our course prepares you for emergencies. Register now for the premier first aid program.
Yes. As of September 1, 2024, the “Intermediate” name officially replaced Occupational First Aid Level 2 to align with national standards.
No. WorkSafeBC allows you to go directly into Intermediate First Aid. It is an “open access” course designed for those who need a higher level of preparedness.
Your certificate is valid for 3 years. We recommend reading our guide on maintaining your certification to stay current.
A key part of being a Level 2 attendant is documentation. We teach you exactly how to fill out reports that protect both the worker and the employer.
No, you do not. In British Columbia, anyone 16 years or older can register directly for the Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2) course without having any prior first aid training.