Everyone knows that rumors can be misleading or even wildly inaccurate. Having recently heard one about First Aid Instruction in British Columbia it seemed like a good idea to provide some facts and hopefully stop this rumor in it's tracks.
With the number of different courses, certifications, and options available, sometimes knowing which first aid course to take can be confusing. We are frequently asked 'Which course should I take' so we have created a page to address this question...
No need to lock into a contract just to get a good group rate
In the last week we have had several inquiries about our group discounts, specifically if there was a contract required in order to get the group rate. This seemed like a good time, therefore to address the issue in a proactive way.
Making it even easier to afford the training you need
Announcing our new prices and a series of discounts for 2010. While our new purpose-built energy efficient training facility is not quite done yet, we are ready to announce our new pricing for 2010; including group and family discounts, re-certification discounts and a Sunshine Coast Price-Match offer.
WorkSafe BC December Bulitin details the OFA certification increase to 3 years
In the, just issued, December 2009 bulletin from WorkSafe BC they have confirmed: "The change in duration from 2 to 3 years for all OFA and equivalent course certification and the removal of the automatic requirement for medicals" effective January 1st...
WorkSafe BC to increase OFA certifications to 3 years
In the November 2009 bulletin from WorkSafe BC they have advised: "The change in duration from 2 to 3 years for all OFA and equivalent course certification and the removal of the automatic requirement for medicals has been approved." Other key changes to the curriculum for OFA courses are also identified in this notice...
Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) before the deadline!
Get your PCOC by September 15th 2009
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Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) - September 15th Deadline
All operators of pleasure craft, must have the card by September 15th.
One of these upcoming sessions could be your last chance to get the certification before the deadline.
As a Canadian Red Cross (CRC) Authorized Provider, BC First Aid sometimes receives information to share with others. The CRC is frequently involved in world health issues including assisting with the current global H1N1 influenza situation. The following information has been provided to assist everyone.
Supporting community events and helping to keep them safe is part of what BC First Aid is all about. For second year running BC First volunteered to provide on-site first aid services to help ensure all the runners we safe throughout the 2009 April Fools Run BC.
BC First Aid Finalist for the Peter Thomson Rising Star Award
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BC First Aid has been named a finalist in the 2009 Business Awards of Distinction through the Sunshine Coast Business Retention & Expansion Society. Initially nominated in 2 categories, but as a new business, only eligible for the Peter Thomson Rising Star Award...
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It was time for an update to our web site, rolling in some new features and enhancing the ability for our friends and customers to access the information they need quickly and easily.
BC First Aid Kits - Now Available
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Our new series of First Aid Kits have arrived and are now available. These are available in a BC Regulation (Level 1) Kit and a Family Kit. Both in a compact high visibility zipper case. We also have key-chain CPR kits available.
Kellei Baker dealing with one of many minor cuts
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On the May 31st weekend BC First Aid provided First Aid services for the 2008 Sunshine Coast Rat Race. This large mountain biking cross country and down hill event turned into a very busy weekend for the attendants...
Kellei Baker in front of the BC First Aid truck
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Supporting community events and helping to keep them safe is part of what BC First Aid is all about. For the 2008 April Fools Run BC First Aid volunteered to provide on-site first aid services to help ensure all the runners we safe throughout the race.
Hydro Lines down
While in meeting room up stairs, a truck clipped the hydro lines that crosses the road, beside the building that we were in. We all heard a thud, twice, then our power went out. I stood up, every one followed and looked out the window to determine what happened.
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