Workplace first aid training for Alberta teams
Alberta first aid requirements depend on the worksite hazard level, the number of workers on shift and travel time to a health care facility. Northline helps employers identify the training level they need, then coordinates the applicable Canadian Red Cross first aid course and any additional resuscitation training.
- Intermediate
- Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED
- Advanced
- Advanced First Aid
- Add on
- Basic Life Support when required
What coverage depends on
- Hazard level
- The hazard level of the work
- Workers
- The number of workers at the worksite per shift
- Travel time
- Travel time from the worksite to a health care facility
How Alberta determines first aid coverage
Alberta Occupational Health and Safety uses three factors to determine first aid coverage: the hazard level of the work, the number of workers at the worksite per shift and the travel time from the worksite to a health care facility.
Worksites are grouped as close, distant or isolated based on travel time. The required number and level of first aiders can change as any of those factors change.
Canadian Red Cross approval in Alberta
The current Government of Alberta approved training agency list includes Canadian Red Cross courses at the Basic, Intermediate and Advanced First Aid levels.
The Red Cross Intermediate/Standard First Aid CPR C and AED course is listed at the Intermediate First Aid level, and Red Cross Advanced First Aid and CPR/AED Level C is listed at the Advanced First Aid level.
Where BLS fits
Heart & Stroke BLS is professional resuscitation training for healthcare providers, trained first responders and healthcare students. Some roles require it. The workplace first aid level in the Alberta first aid tables is a separate requirement, met with the first aid course that table names.
If your team needs both, Northline can coordinate Standard First Aid or Advanced First Aid with BLS training.
Where Northline delivers
Northline delivers workplace first aid training on site across Alberta. Two areas have their own page: Calgary and Canmore and the Bow Valley, where Northline is based.
What people say about our training
“Very enjoyable and thorough!”
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“Very fun and informative”
“Very fun and informative”
Logan Quirk Intermediate/Standard First Aid, group training. -
“I have taken this course many times and was pleased to get new knowledge as well as a great reinforcement of existing skills”
“Logan brought a very interesting and relatable program to our group
I have taken this course many times and was pleased to get new knowledge as well as a great reinforcement of existing skills
I would highly recommend this group as trainers!”
GoGravel Canada Intermediate/Standard First Aid, group training. -
“When we got to the delivery portion of the course, Logan walked me through the grading process so I could come in aware of what was expected.”
“I took my 1041 Level 1 and 2 through Logan, and had a wonderful experience. He was able to answer all questions, and was available when I needed help. When we got to the delivery portion of the course, Logan walked me through the grading process so I could come in aware of what was expected. I will be taking future courses here for sure.”
Nikolas Krushelnicki NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor I and II. -
“Outstanding course. Meticulously delivered, detail-oriented, and incredibly knowledgeable.”
“Outstanding course. Meticulously delivered, detail-oriented, and incredibly knowledgeable. Highly recommend Logan and the Northline team!”
Steve Erickson Intermediate/Standard First Aid, group training. -
“Logan is an excellent teacher who is intentional with every story he tells and lesson he teaches.”
“Logan is an excellent teacher who is intentional with every story he tells and lesson he teaches. 100% would recommend to any large group hoping to get Intermediate First Aid Red Cross certified!”
Josie Webber Intermediate/Standard First Aid, group training. -
“Exceptional instruction and care when teaching the red cross first aid course!”
“Exceptional instruction and care when teaching the red cross first aid course!”
Ethan Quirk Intermediate/Standard First Aid, group training. -
“Evaluation process was well defined and run, with clear performance based expectations.”
“Evaluation process was well defined and run, with clear performance based expectations.”
Dave Cran Team Lead & Training Coordinator, Foothills Search & Rescue -
“Great instructor, thorough, knowledgeable and professional.”
“Great instructor, thorough, knowledgeable and professional.”
Shelby Hammond Firefighter, Diamond Valley Fire Rescue NFPA 1002 Aerial Apparatus. -
“Great training, awesome instructors!”
“Great training, awesome instructors!”
Sean Kozachenko Firefighter, Rockyview County Fire Services Fire Service Instructor I, NFPA 1041. -
“Logan was great to work with. Very prompt and thorough. Helpful and professional in the delivery of our NFPA courses.”
“Logan was great to work with. Very prompt and thorough. Helpful and professional in the delivery of our NFPA courses.”
Andy V Rope Team Member, Foothills Search & Rescue -
“Fantastic instructors and very well run.”
“Fantastic instructors and very well run.”
Ryley Dimmer Firefighter, Calgary Fire Department -
“If you are looking to start a career in emergency services, this is where I would start.”
“If you are looking to start a career in emergency services, this is where I would start.”
William Graham Firefighter, Calgary Fire Department -
“…played an integral role in my success at this stage!”
“This was my second time applying for the Calgary Fire Department. I made it to the interview process my first time and I did not perform well. I wanted to make sure that this wasn’t the case my second time around so I did my research and I signed up for the Firefighter Interview Intensive Course with Northline.
Working with River was a game changer. His help throughout the preparation process gave me a lot of confidence walking into the interview. The time and effort River put in to making sure that I understood the process and that I was properly prepared for whatever questions were asked played an integral role in my success at this stage!
If you are an aspiring firefighter looking for someone who truly cares and wants you to succeed, I highly recommend reaching out to Northline!”
Graham MacDonald Calgary Fire Department interview preparation. -
“I had a 10/10 experience with the consulting they provided me in preparation for my STAR format interview.”
“I had a 10/10 experience with the consulting they provided me in preparation for my STAR format interview. Logan & River are professionals that leverage years of experience in their respective fields to give you an edge going into STAR format interviews.
I couldn’t recommend them enough, these two gentlemen will have you ready to succeed.”
Dustin Magee Calgary Fire Department interview preparation. -
“I would highly recommend Northline Emergency to anyone who is preparing for an interview in the fire service.”
“I used Northline Emergency Training & Consulting to prepare for an upcoming interview. River was great to work with, and ensured that I was prepared even with the limited time that I had. I would highly recommend Northline Emergency to anyone who is preparing for an interview in the fire service.”
Bryce Duke Calgary Fire Department interview preparation. -
“I would highly recommend working with River as an interview coach!”
“I was fortunate to work with River in preparation for my interview with Calgary Fire and with his support and expertise, I was able to score high in the interview process. River was thorough with helping me understand exactly what I could expect, setting me up with success early on. His feedback during interview prep was very helpful and allowed me to make some important changes to elevate my interview style and answers. I would highly recommend working with River as an interview coach!”
Ashleigh Baker Calgary Fire Department interview preparation. -
“Reasonable price. Great information and assistance.”
“Reasonable price. Great information and assistance.”
Samuel Ruzza Edmonton Fire Rescue Services interview preparation.
Tell us about the worksite
Share your industry, site location, workers per shift and current first aid coverage. We confirm the level your assessment calls for and come back with dates and a price. If it calls for a program outside Northline's scope, we say so in the first reply.
“Excellent Instructors, extremely knowledgeable!”
Kevin MurrayFirefighter/Paramedic, Rockyview County Fire Services