Standard First Aid for Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers in non-clinical settings — schools, camps and community organizations — often require WorkSafeBC Standard First Aid certification regardless of medical background.
First Aid for Head Injuries and Concussion
Concussion signs include headache, confusion and nausea. Do not leave alone. Monitor for worsening symptoms and seek medical assessment. Standard First Aid covers head and spinal injury fully.
Diabetic Emergencies — Recognizing Hypoglycemia
Shakiness, sweating and confusion indicate low blood sugar. Give 15g of fast-acting sugar if conscious. If unconscious, call 911. Standard First Aid covers diabetic emergencies in detail.
Anaphylaxis at Work — First Aid Response
Signs include hives, swelling and breathing difficulty. Standard First Aid covers epinephrine auto-injector use and calling 911 immediately when anaphylaxis is suspected.
Eye Injuries in the Workplace — First Aid Response
Never rub an injured eye. Flush chemical splashes for 15-20 minutes. For embedded objects, cover both eyes and seek help. Standard First Aid covers chemical, mechanical and foreign body scenarios.
Heat Stroke vs Heat Exhaustion — Know the Difference
Heat exhaustion causes sweating and weakness. Heat stroke is a medical emergency — the body stops sweating and temperature rises dangerously. Standard First Aid covers both conditions in detail.
Hypothermia at Work — Recognition and Response
Signs include shivering, confusion, pale skin and slurred speech. Standard First Aid teaches passive and active rewarming techniques and when to call for emergency help for outdoor workers.
First Aid for Choking — Adults, Children and Infants
For choking adults and children: 5 back blows then 5 abdominal thrusts. For infants: 5 back blows then 5 chest thrusts. Standard First Aid covers all scenarios with mannequin practice.
CPR Recertification BC — When and How to Renew
CPR and Standard First Aid certificates are valid 3 years. Recertification courses refresh your skills. Book before your certificate expires to maintain WorkSafeBC compliance year-round.
First Aid Kits in BC — What Your Workplace Needs
WorkSafeBC requires specific kit contents based on hazard and worker count. Inspect regularly and complement your Standard First Aid certification with a properly stocked workplace kit.