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Established in 1999, ProSafe First Aid is a leading employment training agency in BC, Canada with a focus on First Aid and Workplace Safety programs.

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First Aid Courses Comparison

What are the differences between OFA and Red Cross first aid courses? Here are the differences between some of our available First Aid courses. Occupational First Aid (OFA) focuses on work-related first aid emergencies. Red Cross Basic (EFA) and Intermediate First Aid (SFA) courses include first aid techniques for Adults, Children and Seniors. Both OFA,…
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Empower Your Workplace: ProSafe Launches AED Selection

Since 1999, ProSafe has been British Columbia’s trusted partner in safety training and top-tier First Aid supplies. Today, we are thrilled to announce a vital addition to our lineup: Health Canada-approved Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). When sudden cardiac arrest strikes, every second counts. That’s why we’ve curated a wide selection of the industry’s best AEDs,…
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Canadian Red Cross Stay Safe! Training: Empowering BC Kids for Independence

As children grow and gain more independence, there comes a point where they may find themselves at home alone for a few hours after school or while parents run errands. While many parents are familiar with the classic “Babysitting” course, there is a relatively new and essential program that most remain unaware of: the Canadian Red…
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Medical License Requirements to become a Firefighter in British Columbia

Becoming a firefighter in British Columbia is a highly competitive and rewarding career path. While many focus on the physical tests and fire academy training (NFPA 1001), one of the most critical – and often misunderstood – components of your application is your medical licensing. Most departments like Burnaby Fire Services (BFS), Surrey Fire Services (SFS) and Vancouver…
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