First Aid and CPR Training in Vaughan, Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton

In any workplace, injuries can happen in an instant—from a slip and fall to a machinery accident or medical emergency. First aid training is not only the first line of defense—it’s a legal requirement in Ontario for many businesses.

At Workplace Law Consulting Inc., we help employers meet and exceed their health and safety obligations. Whether you operate a warehouse, office, or construction site, ensuring your team is trained in first aid is critical to minimizing harm and reducing liability.

Legal Requirements in Ontario
Under Regulation 1101 of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Ontario employers must provide first aid training and maintain appropriate first aid supplies in the workplace.

Key Employer Responsibilities Include:
Ensuring at least one worker on each shift is certified in first aid

Maintaining fully stocked first aid kits based on the number of employees

Posting first aid certificates and emergency contacts in visible areas

Keeping records of all first aid treatment administered in the workplace

Required Training Levels:
Emergency First Aid (1-day course): Required for workplaces with 5 or fewer workers on any shift

Standard First Aid (2-day course): Required for workplaces with more than 5 workers on any shift

CPR (Level A, C, or BLS): Often included and highly recommended

Training must be delivered by a WSIB-approved provider and renewed every three years.