Occupational First Aid Level 1
Our most popular workplace first aid course. Learn CPR/AED, how to deal with minor wounds, airway breathing, circulatory emergencies and more. Completion of records and reports are part of the course. Know what to do until the paramedics arrive.
Successful completion requires 100% attendance, demonstration of critical skills and a 70% pass mark on the written exam. Once you have passed the course, you will receive an OFA Level 1 certificate which is valid for Three-years. No prerequisites. Bring your photo ID to class, wear closed toed shoes and long pants.
To be eligible for this course, you must be at least 16 years old and be able to understand and perform the first aid required to complete the learning tasks, including being physically and mentally capable of performing basic techniques of first aid as well as a multiple choice exam.
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Occupational First Aid Transportation Endorsement
With your Transportation Endorsement you will learn more advanced patient assessment and critical intervention procedures while moving patients with spinal injuries to medical aid. Recommended for small operators situated more than 20 minutes from a hospital.
Pre-requisite: Valid OFA 1 or WorksafeBC equivalent (Emergency or Standard First Aid indicating "Workplace" or "Industry" certification); or OFA 2. Bring your current certificate and photo ID to class. Wear closed toe shoes and long pants.
Three (3) year certificate. Manual included.
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Workplace Hazardous Information Systems (WHMIS) 2015
Hazardous materials abound in many workplaces. Identify hazardous products, read and make labels, understand where to find treatment if you or someone else is exposed.
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Faller Competency Program - Level 1 Chainsaw Basics
Certified through Enform, this 3 day course involves incorporating practical field exercises and classroom instruction to learn the basics of chainsaw handling and operations and gain an understanding of personal and work site safety. Covers chainsaw maintenance, safe chainsaw handling, types of cuts, bucking/limbing, PPE, chainsaw safety devices, fire prevention/suppression, dangerous falling/bucking, and emergency evacuation procedures.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a Chainsaw Competency Record Logbook and a wallet certificate that is valid for three years. This certification meets the BC Faller Standards and is the Worksafe BC standard for all new fallers. It is also accepted in the oil and gas industries.
Note: Participants will require these items: chainsaw ¿ preferably full wrap handle; chaps/chainsaw pants; steel-toed boots; eye protection, gloves, hard hat (CSA side c/w ear muffs and wire mesh visor), and transportation to the field for practical work.
Register Now: Course is currently available April 22 in Nakusp
Fire Suppression and Entrapment Avoidance Training (S-100 and S-185)
Required by WCB for all forest workers who may fight fires. Learn how to safely and effectively perform wildland fire suppression tasks. Be sure to wear your outdoor gear and bring a lunch.
Register Now: Course is currently available April 25 in Nakusp
GPS Navigation
Suitable for both recreational pleasure and work in the bush (like wildfire fighter training). This 2-day course will familiarize learners with using GPS units (Garmin 62s) and smart phones to set and track coordinates using Google Earth. Get practice outdoors so by the end of the weekend you are more comfrtable exploring the backcountry with handheld devices.
Participants may bring their own devices, but the main lessons will be with our units for ease of instruction.
Register Now: Course is currently available March 28 in Nakusp
- All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Training (or) Light Truck Driving
- Bear Awareness
- Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Navigation
- ROC-A Radio Operator
- Tree Identification
For more information, contact:
Rachel Adair
Nakusp Learning Centre
250-265-4077 or by email
or your local CE Coordinator.