Workplace First Aid
Workplace First Aid Training – Red Cross Certified & WorkSafeBC Approved
Be Prepared for Workplace Emergencies with Red Cross Certified First Aid Training
Workplace injuries happen when you least expect them. Our Workplace First Aid courses provide essential life-saving skills tailored to workplace environments where 911 is just a call away.
Our Red Cross certified courses are WorkSafeBC recognized and meet workplace safety standards. Taught by experienced, engaging instructors, our courses make learning hands-on, interactive, and fun.
🚑 Looking for a course that meets workplace safety requirements?
Both our Emergency First Aid, and Standard First Aid courses are recognized as equivalent to Basic and Intermediate First Aid under WorkSafeBC regulations.
Why Choose Our Workplace First Aid Courses?
✔ Red Cross Certified – Receive nationally recognized first aid certification
✔ WorkSafeBC Approved – Meets occupational first aid standards
✔ Engaging Instructors – Learn with experienced, enthusiastic trainers
✔ Hands-on Skills Training – Focus on real-life workplace emergencies
✔ Flexible Training Options – Courses available for individuals, private groups & workplaces
Workplace First Aid Course Options
💼 Emergency First Aid (Basic First Aid – 1 Day)
📌 Learn essential first aid & CPR skills for workplace safety.
📌 Covers CPR Level C, AED use & injury prevention.
⏳ Duration: 1 day
📜 Certification: Valid for 3 years (Red Cross)
🏢 WorkSafeBC Equivalent: Basic First Aid
💼 Standard First Aid (Intermediate First Aid – 2 Days)
📌 A comprehensive 2-day course for those needing in-depth training.
📌 Covers CPR Level C, AED, and a wide range of medical emergencies.
⏳ Duration: 2 days
📜 Certification: Valid for 3 years (Red Cross)
🏢 WorkSafeBC Equivalent: Intermediate First Aid
🚑 Transportation Endorsement (Add-On – 1 Day)
📌 Designed for first aid attendants responsible for transporting injured workers.
📌 Learn safe handling, spinal motion restriction, and transport protocols.
⏳ Duration: 1 day
📜 Certification: Valid until expiry of your current EFA, SFA, or workplace certificate
🏢 WorkSafeBC Requirement: Required for designated workplace transport roles
Who Should Take Workplace First Aid?
🔹 Employees & employers needing WorkSafeBC-compliant first aid training
🔹 Individuals wanting emergency response skills for workplace safety
🔹 Business owners seeking private first aid training for teams
Private & Group First Aid Training
We offer private and corporate first aid courses across British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.
📌 On-site workplace training available – We come to you!
📌 Custom group bookings for companies, organizations, & schools
📞 Contact us for a custom quote!
📧 Email: info@exploreridge.com
📞 Call: (604) 477-4663
🚑 Get your team certified and ensure a safer workplace today!
August
06aug8:30 am4:30 pmEmergency First Aid - Abbotsford8:30am - 4:30pm
Event Details
Emergency First Aid CourseDate: Aug 6th, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Event Details
Emergency First Aid Course
Date: Aug 6th, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
This one-day Emergency First Aid course equips participants with essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Perfect for both the workplace and home, the course meets provincial/territorial safety requirements and adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Recognized as a Basic First Aid equivalency, this course provides practical tools and knowledge to handle emergencies confidently.
What You’ll Learn
Introduction to the Red Cross:
- Overview of the Red Cross
- The role of a first aider
Preparation and Response:
- Preparing for emergencies
- Using the EMS system effectively
- Mastering the Check, Call, Care protocol
Airway Emergencies:
- Recognizing and responding to airway obstructions
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Identifying and managing breathing and circulation issues
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound Care:
- Basic techniques for wound management
- Opioid poisoning awareness
Additional content may be included to meet specific legislation requirements.
Instructor
The course will be led by a certified First Aid Instructor, combining practical hands-on training with theoretical knowledge to prepare participants for real-life emergency scenarios.
Completion Requirements
- Demonstrate required skills and critical steps successfully
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
- Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C.
Equip yourself with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.
👉 Register now to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
August 6, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT-07:00)
06aug(aug 6)8:30 am07(aug 7)4:30 pmStandard First Aid - Abbotsford2-DAYS - 8:30am - 4:30pm each day
Event Details
Standard First Aid CourseDates: August 6th & 7th, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Event Details
Standard First Aid Course
Dates: August 6th & 7th, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
Prepare for emergencies with our Standard First Aid course, a comprehensive two-day program that provides essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Whether for workplace requirements or personal preparedness, this course covers everything you need to know to respond effectively in emergencies.
This training adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. It is recognized as an Intermediate First Aid equivalency.
Completion Requirements
- Successfully demonstrate all required skills and critical steps.
- Actively participate in and attend 100% of the course.
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written, closed-book knowledge evaluation.
Certification
Participants will receive a 3-year certification in:
- Standard First Aid
- CPR C
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Responding to Emergencies
What You’ll Learn
First Aid Legalities and Responsibilities:
- Legalities and Duty to Act
- Occupational First Aid Attendant role
- Calling 911 and lowering infection risks
- Fundamental principles of first aid
Primary Assessment and Emergency Response:
- Check, Call, Care protocol
- Treating ill or injured persons
Airway Emergencies:
- Responding to choking (mild/severe, conscious/unconscious)
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Managing strokes, anaphylaxis, asthma, heart attacks, and cardiac arrest
- Performing CPR and using an AED
Wound Care:
- Treating external and internal bleeding, cuts, burns, flail chest, and punctures
Head, Neck, & Spinal Injuries:
- Spinal precautions and concussion management
Bone, Muscle, & Joint Injuries:
- Addressing fractures, sprains, dislocations, and using splints/slings
Sudden Medical Emergencies:
- Managing diabetic emergencies, seizures, and mental health crises
- Childbirth preparation
Environmental Illnesses:
- Treating hypothermia and hyperthermia
Poisoning:
- Responding to swallowed, inhaled, absorbed, or injected poisons
- Poisoning from drugs, alcohol, and bites/stings
Prepare yourself with the confidence and skills to handle emergencies effectively.
👉 Register today to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
August 6, 2025 8:30 am - August 7, 2025 4:30 pm(GMT-07:00)
08aug8:30 am4:30 pmTransportation Endorsement - Abbotsford8:30am - 4:30pm
Event Details
Transportation Endorsement Course – Add-On Certification for First Aid Attendants 📅 Date: August 8th, 2025🕗 Time:
Event Details
Transportation Endorsement Course – Add-On Certification for First Aid Attendants
📅 Date: August 8th, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
📍 Location: Ridge First Aid Training Centre, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
Looking to expand your workplace first aid qualifications? This one-day Transportation Endorsement (TE) course is the ideal add-on for certified first aid attendants who may be required to transport injured workers to medical aid when ambulance services are unavailable or delayed.
Delivered by certified and engaging instructors, this course focuses on patient handling, safe transport procedures, and meeting WorkSafeBC standards for workplace medical transport.
What You’ll Learn
✔ Safe patient handling and spinal motion restriction techniques
✔ Injury assessment and monitoring during transport
✔ Transport equipment use and loading procedures
✔ Legal responsibilities and effective documentation
✔ Adherence to WorkSafeBC regulations for Transportation Endorsement
Course Prerequisites
Participants must hold a valid first aid certificate in one of the following:
Emergency First Aid (EFA)
Standard First Aid (SFA)
Occupational First Aid Level Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced (Previously OFA 1, 2, or 3)
Note: The TE certificate is only valid as long as your existing first aid certificate. It will expire on the same date as your current EFA, SFA, or workplace certification.
Completion Requirements
✔ Full attendance (100%)
✔ Successful demonstration of all required skills
✔ Minimum 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
Certification
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Transportation Endorsement certificate recognized by WorkSafeBC.
📌 Build confidence and competency in emergency transport. Enroll today and elevate your first aid skill set!
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Time
August 8, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
16aug8:30 am4:30 pmEmergency First Aid - AbbotsfordBasic First Aid Equivalent
Event Details
Emergency First Aid CourseDate: Aug 16th, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Event Details
Emergency First Aid Course
Date: Aug 16th, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
This one-day Emergency First Aid course equips participants with essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Perfect for both the workplace and home, the course meets provincial/territorial safety requirements and adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Recognized as a Basic First Aid equivalency, this course provides practical tools and knowledge to handle emergencies confidently.
What You’ll Learn
Introduction to the Red Cross:
- Overview of the Red Cross
- The role of a first aider
Preparation and Response:
- Preparing for emergencies
- Using the EMS system effectively
- Mastering the Check, Call, Care protocol
Airway Emergencies:
- Recognizing and responding to airway obstructions
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Identifying and managing breathing and circulation issues
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound Care:
- Basic techniques for wound management
- Opioid poisoning awareness
Additional content may be included to meet specific legislation requirements.
Instructor
The course will be led by a certified First Aid Instructor, combining practical hands-on training with theoretical knowledge to prepare participants for real-life emergency scenarios.
Completion Requirements
- Demonstrate required skills and critical steps successfully
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
- Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C.
Equip yourself with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.
👉 Register now to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
August 16, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Event Details
Standard First Aid CourseDates: August 16th & 17th, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Event Details
Standard First Aid Course
Dates: August 16th & 17th, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
Prepare for emergencies with our Standard First Aid course, a comprehensive two-day program that provides essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Whether for workplace requirements or personal preparedness, this course covers everything you need to know to respond effectively in emergencies.
This training adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. It is recognized as an Intermediate First Aid equivalency.
Completion Requirements
- Successfully demonstrate all required skills and critical steps.
- Actively participate in and attend 100% of the course.
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written, closed-book knowledge evaluation.
Certification
Participants will receive a 3-year certification in:
- Standard First Aid
- CPR C
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Responding to Emergencies
What You’ll Learn
First Aid Legalities and Responsibilities:
- Legalities and Duty to Act
- Occupational First Aid Attendant role
- Calling 911 and lowering infection risks
- Fundamental principles of first aid
Primary Assessment and Emergency Response:
- Check, Call, Care protocol
- Treating ill or injured persons
Airway Emergencies:
- Responding to choking (mild/severe, conscious/unconscious)
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Managing strokes, anaphylaxis, asthma, heart attacks, and cardiac arrest
- Performing CPR and using an AED
Wound Care:
- Treating external and internal bleeding, cuts, burns, flail chest, and punctures
Head, Neck, & Spinal Injuries:
- Spinal precautions and concussion management
Bone, Muscle, & Joint Injuries:
- Addressing fractures, sprains, dislocations, and using splints/slings
Sudden Medical Emergencies:
- Managing diabetic emergencies, seizures, and mental health crises
- Childbirth preparation
Environmental Illnesses:
- Treating hypothermia and hyperthermia
Poisoning:
- Responding to swallowed, inhaled, absorbed, or injected poisons
- Poisoning from drugs, alcohol, and bites/stings
Prepare yourself with the confidence and skills to handle emergencies effectively.
👉 Register today to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
August 16, 2025 8:30 am - August 17, 2025 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
September
01octAll Day02Standard First Aid - Abbotsford2-DAYS - 8:30am - 4:30pm each day
Event Details
Standard First Aid CourseDates: October 1st & 2nd, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Event Details
Standard First Aid Course
Dates: October 1st & 2nd, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Location: Ridge First Aid Training Centre, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
Prepare for emergencies with our Standard First Aid course, a comprehensive two-day program that provides essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Whether for workplace requirements or personal preparedness, this course covers everything you need to know to respond effectively in emergencies.
This training adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. It is recognized as an Intermediate First Aid equivalency.
Completion Requirements
- Successfully demonstrate all required skills and critical steps.
- Actively participate in and attend 100% of the course.
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written, closed-book knowledge evaluation.
Certification
Participants will receive a 3-year certification in:
- Standard First Aid
- CPR C
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Responding to Emergencies
What You’ll Learn
First Aid Legalities and Responsibilities:
- Legalities and Duty to Act
- Occupational First Aid Attendant role
- Calling 911 and lowering infection risks
- Fundamental principles of first aid
Primary Assessment and Emergency Response:
- Check, Call, Care protocol
- Treating ill or injured persons
Airway Emergencies:
- Responding to choking (mild/severe, conscious/unconscious)
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Managing strokes, anaphylaxis, asthma, heart attacks, and cardiac arrest
- Performing CPR and using an AED
Wound Care:
- Treating external and internal bleeding, cuts, burns, flail chest, and punctures
Head, Neck, & Spinal Injuries:
- Spinal precautions and concussion management
Bone, Muscle, & Joint Injuries:
- Addressing fractures, sprains, dislocations, and using splints/slings
Sudden Medical Emergencies:
- Managing diabetic emergencies, seizures, and mental health crises
- Childbirth preparation
Environmental Illnesses:
- Treating hypothermia and hyperthermia
Poisoning:
- Responding to swallowed, inhaled, absorbed, or injected poisons
- Poisoning from drugs, alcohol, and bites/stings
Prepare yourself with the confidence and skills to handle emergencies effectively.
👉 Register today to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
October 1, 2025 - October 2, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
01oct8:30 am4:30 pmEmergency First Aid - Abbotsford8:30am - 4:30pm
Event Details
Emergency First Aid CourseDate: October 1st, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Event Details
Emergency First Aid Course
Date: October 1st, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
This one-day Emergency First Aid course equips participants with essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Perfect for both the workplace and home, the course meets provincial/territorial safety requirements and adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Recognized as a Basic First Aid equivalency, this course provides practical tools and knowledge to handle emergencies confidently.
What You’ll Learn
Introduction to the Red Cross:
- Overview of the Red Cross
- The role of a first aider
Preparation and Response:
- Preparing for emergencies
- Using the EMS system effectively
- Mastering the Check, Call, Care protocol
Airway Emergencies:
- Recognizing and responding to airway obstructions
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Identifying and managing breathing and circulation issues
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound Care:
- Basic techniques for wound management
- Opioid poisoning awareness
Additional content may be included to meet specific legislation requirements.
Instructor
The course will be led by a certified First Aid Instructor, combining practical hands-on training with theoretical knowledge to prepare participants for real-life emergency scenarios.
Completion Requirements
- Demonstrate required skills and critical steps successfully
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
- Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C.
Equip yourself with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.
👉 Register now to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
October 1, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
October
01octAll Day02Standard First Aid - Abbotsford2-DAYS - 8:30am - 4:30pm each day
Event Details
Standard First Aid CourseDates: October 1st & 2nd, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Event Details
Standard First Aid Course
Dates: October 1st & 2nd, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (both days)
Location: Ridge First Aid Training Centre, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
Prepare for emergencies with our Standard First Aid course, a comprehensive two-day program that provides essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Whether for workplace requirements or personal preparedness, this course covers everything you need to know to respond effectively in emergencies.
This training adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. It is recognized as an Intermediate First Aid equivalency.
Completion Requirements
- Successfully demonstrate all required skills and critical steps.
- Actively participate in and attend 100% of the course.
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written, closed-book knowledge evaluation.
Certification
Participants will receive a 3-year certification in:
- Standard First Aid
- CPR C
- AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
- Responding to Emergencies
What You’ll Learn
First Aid Legalities and Responsibilities:
- Legalities and Duty to Act
- Occupational First Aid Attendant role
- Calling 911 and lowering infection risks
- Fundamental principles of first aid
Primary Assessment and Emergency Response:
- Check, Call, Care protocol
- Treating ill or injured persons
Airway Emergencies:
- Responding to choking (mild/severe, conscious/unconscious)
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Managing strokes, anaphylaxis, asthma, heart attacks, and cardiac arrest
- Performing CPR and using an AED
Wound Care:
- Treating external and internal bleeding, cuts, burns, flail chest, and punctures
Head, Neck, & Spinal Injuries:
- Spinal precautions and concussion management
Bone, Muscle, & Joint Injuries:
- Addressing fractures, sprains, dislocations, and using splints/slings
Sudden Medical Emergencies:
- Managing diabetic emergencies, seizures, and mental health crises
- Childbirth preparation
Environmental Illnesses:
- Treating hypothermia and hyperthermia
Poisoning:
- Responding to swallowed, inhaled, absorbed, or injected poisons
- Poisoning from drugs, alcohol, and bites/stings
Prepare yourself with the confidence and skills to handle emergencies effectively.
👉 Register today to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
October 1, 2025 - October 2, 2025 (All Day)(GMT+00:00)
01oct8:30 am4:30 pmEmergency First Aid - Abbotsford8:30am - 4:30pm
Event Details
Emergency First Aid CourseDate: October 1st, 2025Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Event Details
Emergency First Aid Course
Date: October 1st, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Ridge First Aid School, 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
Course Overview
This one-day Emergency First Aid course equips participants with essential lifesaving skills in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Perfect for both the workplace and home, the course meets provincial/territorial safety requirements and adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Recognized as a Basic First Aid equivalency, this course provides practical tools and knowledge to handle emergencies confidently.
What You’ll Learn
Introduction to the Red Cross:
- Overview of the Red Cross
- The role of a first aider
Preparation and Response:
- Preparing for emergencies
- Using the EMS system effectively
- Mastering the Check, Call, Care protocol
Airway Emergencies:
- Recognizing and responding to airway obstructions
Breathing & Circulation Emergencies:
- Identifying and managing breathing and circulation issues
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound Care:
- Basic techniques for wound management
- Opioid poisoning awareness
Additional content may be included to meet specific legislation requirements.
Instructor
The course will be led by a certified First Aid Instructor, combining practical hands-on training with theoretical knowledge to prepare participants for real-life emergency scenarios.
Completion Requirements
- Demonstrate required skills and critical steps successfully
- Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
- Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C.
Equip yourself with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.
👉 Register now to secure your spot in this vital course!
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Time
October 1, 2025 8:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT+00:00)
Contact Us
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604-477-4663


