As of May 30, 2024, a new OHS allowance regarding out-of-province first aid certificates is in effect. Under this allowance, out-of-province first aid certificates for workplace first aid training courses recognized by another Canadian province or territory are now accepted as demonstrating proof of approved first aid training, as long as the courses comply with CSA Standard Z1210-17, First aid training for the workplace – Curriculum and quality management for training agencies.

Any such out-of-province first aid certificate covered by the allowance will be considered as valid until the certificate expiry date. Work site parties have the flexibility to follow the original first aid course requirements in the OHS Code or to follow the allowance.

For more details, visit open.alberta.ca/publications/ohs-directors-order-allowance-out-of-province-workplace-first-aid-training. If you have further questions, email jet.ohsocchealth@gov.ab.ca.