WorkSafe BC’s Occupational First Aid (OFA) Levels 1, 2, and 3Here’s a comparison of WorkSafe BC’s Occupational First Aid (OFA) Levels 1, 2, and 3:
| Feature | OFA Level 1 | OFA Level 2 | OFA Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Name (Effective Nov 1, 2024) | Basic First Aid | Intermediate First Aid | Advanced First Aid |
| Duration | 1 day | 2 days (reduced from 5 days) | 10 days |
| Focus | Basic emergency first aid | Intermediate emergency first aid | Comprehensive emergency first aid |
| Skills Covered | Basic life support, CPR, minor wound care | Enhanced life support, CPR, wound care, splinting | Advanced life support, CPR, trauma management, medical conditions |
| Workplace Application | Low-risk workplaces | Moderate-risk workplaces | High-risk workplaces |
| Certification Validity | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years |
| Prerequisites | None | None | None |
| Typical Attendees | Office workers, retail staff | Construction workers, manufacturing staff | Industrial workers, remote site workers |
These levels are designed to ensure that first aid attendants are equipped with the appropriate skills and knowledge for their specific workplace environments1234.
If you have any more questions about first aid training or certification, feel free to ask!
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