Standard First Aid & CPR C for
Restaurant
BC WorkSafeBC approved training for restaurant & food service teams. We train your whole team — efficiently, affordably, at your location.
Who Needs First Aid in Food Service
Required for Anyone Working
in a Food Service Environment
BC WorkSafeBC regulation requires at least one certified first aider on duty whenever food service workers are present. Violations can result in fines, permit suspensions, and serious liability for owners and operators.
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Restaurant Kitchens
All cooks, prep staff, and kitchen supervisors require certification on every shift.
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Bars & Pubs
Any premises serving food or preparing garnishes requires certified staff on every shift.
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Food Trucks & Catering
Mobile food vendors and catering companies need certified first aiders for all handlers.
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School Cafeterias
School food service staff are required to maintain first aid certification at all times.
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Grocery & Deli Counters
Prepared food sections and delis in grocery stores fall under BC WorkSafeBC requirements.
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Hotels & Banquet Facilities
Catering and food prep at hotels, conference centres, and event venues requires certified staff on duty.
Standard First Aid & CPR C
for Restaurant & Food Service
WorkSafeBC approved and Canadian Red Cross certified. Available for group bookings at your restaurant & food service location or at our training facility.
Standard First Aid & CPR C
Comprehensive first aid for workplace environments — ideal for supervisors, managers, and anyone in a higher-risk role. Covers the full range of workplace emergencies including severe wounds, fractures, head and spinal injuries, and AED use.
What BC WorkSafeBC Requires for Food Service
The BC Workers Compensation Act and WorkSafeBC Regulation mandate first aid coverage for all food service operations. Non-compliance can result in stop-work orders, fines, and significant legal liability for restaurant owners and operators.
⚡ WorkSafeBC First Aid Requirements
At least one certified first aider must be on duty whenever food service workers are present on site.
First aid certificates are valid for 3 years and must be renewed before expiry to maintain compliance.
Standard First Aid is required for restaurants with 5 or more workers and any elevated-risk food preparation environment.
WorkSafeBC health inspectors can issue fines and closure orders for non-compliance during inspections.
Benefits for Restaurant & Food Service
Why Train Your Whole
Team at Once
Booking group FoodSafe training for your restaurant means lower cost per person,
zero disruption to service, and a team that shares the same food safety knowledge
Reduced Per-Person Cost
Group rates make it significantly cheaper than sending staff individually. We offer transparent flat-rate pricing for groups of 6 or more.
Flexible Scheduling
Morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend sessions — we work around your operational hours.
Train at Your Location
We bring the equipment and instructor to your workplace — no travel time lost for your team.
Compliance Records
We provide certificate tracking and expiry reminders so you stay audit-ready year-round.
Multilingual Instruction
Training available in Punjabi, Mandarin, Cantonese, Tagalog, and Spanish for diverse teams.
Red Cross Certified
All certificates issued by the Canadian Red Cross — recognized by employers across Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. BC WorkSafeBC regulation requires at least one certified first aider on duty at all times whenever workers are present in a food service environment. This applies to restaurants, cafes, bars, caterers, food trucks, and institutional kitchens.
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We offer group bookings for as few as 6 people. The more staff you train at once, the lower the per-person rate. Contact us for a custom quote based on your team size and preferred course.
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Yes — we come to you. We bring the instructor, manikins, AED trainers, and all equipment. Most restaurant dining rooms or back-of-house areas work perfectly for the training session.
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Emergency First Aid & CPR C is a half-day course (3–4 hours). Standard First Aid & CPR C is a full-day course (7–8 hours). Both can be scheduled mornings, afternoons, or evenings to fit your restaurant's operating schedule.
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All first aid certificates are valid for 3 years from the date of training. We can set up renewal reminders so your team stays compliant without you having to track expiry dates manually.