First Aid & CPR Training

Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and AED Certification

WSIB-recognized blended training designed for workplaces and individuals. Complete 8 hours online and 8 hours in-person.

Course Overview

This program covers CPR Level C, AED usage, emergency scene management, bleeding, airway emergencies, and practical life-saving response protocols for real-world situations.

Course: Intermediate/Standard First Aid Level C + AED Format: Blended Duration: 16 Hours

What You Learn

  • Emergency scene management
  • Adult, child, and infant CPR
  • AED operation and safety
  • Choking response sequences

Practical Skills

  • Bleeding and wound care
  • Burn and injury response
  • Stroke and heart attack recognition
  • Hands-on in-person assessment

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Course Details

Complete outline of topics covered in this Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and AED program. Click each section to expand.

Section 1. Preface

Section 2. Contents

Section 3. The role and responsibilities of a first aider

  • Subsection 1. Definition of workplace first aid
  • Subsection 2. Workplace first aider role
  • Subsection 3. Authority Having Jurisdiction requirements that protect workplace first aiders
  • Subsection 4. Principle of consent
  • Subsection 5. Scope of practice appropriate for the level of workplace first aid training

Section 4. Medication assist

  • Subsection 6. Principles and procedures for medication assist
  • Subsection 7. AHJ requirements for workplace first aider to assist with medication

Section 5. Workplace first aid kit and equipment

  • Subsection 8. AHJ requirements for the contents of a workplace first aid kit(s) and equipment

Section 6. Principles of effective communication

  • Subsection 9. Notification of EMS and handover principles
  • Subsection 10. Principles and barriers of effective communication with injured/ill worker(s) and others on scene
  • Subsection 11. Reports and documentation requirements

Section 7. Workplace first aider safety and personal protection

  • Subsection 12. Workplace hazards and risks to workplace first aider
  • Subsection 13. Common routes for the transmission of disease and infection
  • Subsection 14. Types of PPE used in workplace first aid
  • Subsection 15. Demonstrate the proper use of PPE in workplace first aid
  • Subsection 16. Principles, procedure, and supplies required to clean and/or disinfect equipment used in workplace first aid
  • Subsection 17. Procedures for the clean-up of the work environment following a workplace first aid incident
  • Subsection 18. Procedures for the disposal of sharps and contaminated supplies

Section 8. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

  • Subsection 19. Definition of hazard and risk
  • Subsection 20. Principles of hazard identification, risk assessment, control processes, and implementation within the workplace
  • Subsection 21. SDS as a source of information for workplace first aid treatment
  • Subsection 22. Role of the workplace first aider in an OHSMS
  • Subsection 23. Principles of OHS legislation by the AHJ of the workplace

Section 9. Scene management

  • Subsection 24. Scene assessment
  • Subsection 25. Obtaining incident information

Section 10. Primary survey

  • Subsection 26. Primary Survey
  • Subsection 27. Level of consciousness assessment
  • Subsection 28. Airway assessment
  • Subsection 29. Breathing assessment
  • Subsection 30. Circulation assessment
  • Subsection 31. Check for life-threatening injuries or conditions

Section 11. Secondary survey

  • Subsection 32. Medical history
  • Subsection 33. Vital signs
  • Subsection 34. Head-to-toe assessment
  • Subsection 35. Secondary Survey Guide

Section 12. Basic airway management

  • Subsection 36. Indications, contraindications, and precautions of performing airway manoeuvres
  • Subsection 37. Procedures for opening, clearing and maintaining an airway
  • Subsection 38. Recovery Position
  • Subsection 39. Choking

Section 13. Ongoing assessments

  • Subsection 40. Ongoing assessments based on the signs/symptoms

Section 14. Advanced airway management

  • Subsection 41. Indications, contraindication, and precautions for using airway adjuncts
  • Subsection 42. Use of airway adjuncts to open and maintain airway

Section 15. Respiratory system

  • Subsection 43. Function and major structures of the respiratory system
  • Subsection 44. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
  • Subsection 45. Acute Pulmonary Edema
  • Subsection 46. Pulmonary Embolism
  • Subsection 47. Hyperventilation
  • Subsection 48. Flail Chest
  • Subsection 49. Sucking Chest Wound
  • Subsection 50. Penetrating Chest Injury
  • Subsection 51. Pneumothorax
  • Subsection 52. Airway Obstruction
  • Subsection 53. Allergic Reaction

Section 16. Management of respiratory emergencies

  • Subsection 54. Approach, assess, and provide care for respiratory emergencies
  • Subsection 55. Care for Respiratory Distress
  • Subsection 56. Care for Respiratory Arrest

Section 17. Circulation system

  • Subsection 57. Major structures and functions of the circulatory system

Section 18. Management of cardiovascular emergencies

  • Subsection 58. Approach, assess, and provide workplace first aid for cardiovascular emergencies
  • Subsection 59. Arteriosclerosis
  • Subsection 60. Angina
  • Subsection 61. Heart Attack
  • Subsection 62. Congestive Heart Failure

Section 19. Nervous system

  • Subsection 63. Major structures and functions of the nervous system

Section 20. Management for shock

  • Subsection 64. Definition of shock
  • Subsection 65. Types of shock
  • Subsection 66. Signs and symptoms of shock
  • Subsection 67. Manage for shock

Section 21. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Subsection 68. Lifestyle
  • Subsection 69. Anatomy and Physiology
  • Subsection 70. Cardiac Arrest
  • Subsection 71. Indications for CPR
  • Subsection 72. One rescuer adult CPR
  • Subsection 73. Two rescuer adult CPR
  • Subsection 74. Resuscitation Devices
  • Subsection 75. Supplemental Oxygen
  • Subsection 76. Airway Adjuncts
  • Subsection 77. Techniques for Opening the Mouth
  • Subsection 78. Nasopharyngeal Airways
  • Subsection 79. Supraglottic Airways
  • Subsection 80. Using Suction

Section 22. Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

  • Subsection 81. Definition of defibrillation
  • Subsection 82. Indication for using an AED in the workplace
  • Subsection 83. AED equipment inspection
  • Subsection 84. Apply and use an AED
  • Subsection 85. Special Situations

Section 23. Prepare and administer oxygen delivery

  • Subsection 86. Appropriate selection of oxygen delivery systems
  • Subsection 87. Safe handling of oxygen delivery systems
  • Subsection 88. Oxygen administration using appropriate equipment

Section 24. Internal and external hemorrhage

  • Subsection 89. Recognition of minor and major external hemorrhages (bleeding)
  • Subsection 90. Control minor and major external hemorrhages (bleeding)
  • Subsection 91. Recognition of internal hemorrhage
  • Subsection 92. Amputations
  • Subsection 93. Contusions

Section 25. Ear, eye, and nose injuries

  • Subsection 94. Types of wounds
  • Subsection 95. Signs and symptoms of injuries to the ears, eyes, and nose
  • Subsection 96. Management of ear, eye, and nose injuries
  • Subsection 97. Animal Bites and Ticks

Section 26. Burn management

  • Subsection 98. Types of burns
  • Subsection 99. Classification of burn injuries
  • Subsection 100. Signs and symptoms of burns injuries
  • Subsection 101. Management of burn injuries

Section 27. Management of musculoskeletal system injuries

  • Subsection 102. Major structures and function of the musculoskeletal system
  • Subsection 103. Principles of splinting

Section 28. Poison emergencies

  • Subsection 104. Routes by which poisons enter the body
  • Subsection 105. Management of poisoning
  • Subsection 106. Definition of substance use and misuse

Section 29. Anaphylaxis emergencies

  • Subsection 107. Definition of anaphylaxis
  • Subsection 108. Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
  • Subsection 109. Management of anaphylaxis

Section 30. Diabetic emergencies

  • Subsection 110. Definition of diabetes
  • Subsection 111. Management of diabetic emergencies

Section 31. Seizure emergencies

  • Subsection 112. Definition of seizure
  • Subsection 113. Types of seizures
  • Subsection 114. Signs and symptoms of seizure
  • Subsection 115. Management of seizure emergencies
  • Subsection 116. Fainting

Section 32. Stroke emergencies

  • Subsection 117. Definition of stroke
  • Subsection 118. Types of strokes
  • Subsection 119. Signs and symptoms of a stroke
  • Subsection 120. Management of stroke emergencies

Section 33. Mental health emergencies

  • Subsection 121. Types of mental health emergencies
  • Subsection 122. Recognizing a mental health emergency
  • Subsection 123. Management of mental health emergencies
  • Subsection 124. Occupational stress injury and self-care management of the workplace first aider

Section 34. Obstetrical emergencies

  • Subsection 125. Signs and symptoms of obstetrical emergencies
  • Subsection 126. Management of obstetrical emergencies

Section 35. Environmental injury and illness

  • Subsection 127. Definition of environmental injury and illness
  • Subsection 128. Signs and symptoms for environmental injury and illness
  • Subsection 129. Drowning
  • Subsection 130. Decompression and Altitude

Section 36. Transportation

  • Subsection 131. Transportation of an injured/ill worker(s)
  • Subsection 132. Criteria for transportation
  • Subsection 133. Care during transportation

Section 37. Multiple injured/ill worker incidents and transportation

  • Subsection 134. Triage and management in multiple injured/ill worker(s) incident
  • Subsection 135. Rescue Carries

Section 38. Spinal and neurological emergencies

  • Subsection 136. Indications for spinal precautions
  • Subsection 137. Approach, assess, and provide injured/ill worker management
  • Subsection 138. Signs and symptoms of a possible injury to the spinal column
  • Subsection 139. Management of suspected fractures involving the spinal column
  • Subsection 140. Head Injuries
  • Subsection 141. Traumatic Brain Injury, including Concussions

Section 39. Infant and/or child CPR

  • Subsection 142. Age Range
  • Subsection 143. One rescuer child CPR
  • Subsection 144. One rescuer infant CPR
  • Subsection 145. Two rescuer child CPR
  • Subsection 146. Two rescuer infant CPR
  • Subsection 147. Resuscitation Device for Infants
Canada Guard Security WSIB-recognized first aid training credential

WSIB-Recognized First Aid Training Provider

Canada Guard Security is officially recognized by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) to deliver first aid training across Ontario.

This recognition means our Standard First Aid and CPR courses meet the standards required for workplace compliance, giving employers and students confidence that their certification is valid and accepted.

  • Recognized by the WSIB for first aid training
  • Courses meet Ontario workplace compliance requirements
  • Certification accepted by employers across the province
  • We offer the First Aid Program in English only. To find a First Aid Program training provider that offers the full program in French, please visit the WSIB First aid program website. / Nous offrons le programme de premiers soins en anglais seulement. Pour trouver un fournisseur de formation en programme de premiers soins qui offre le programme complet en français, veuillez visiter le site Web du programme de premiers soins de la CSPAAT.

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