Workplace first aid requirements
First Aid & CPR Manitoba
If you run or manage a workplace in Manitoba — an office, shop, construction site or factory — the law requires you to have enough trained first-aiders on your staff, ready to help a colleague in an emergency.
An employer duty — to rescue a colleague
Workplace first aid is not a job qualification: it is the employer's duty to appoint and train enough first-aiders, scaled to headcount and risk level, so someone can act immediately if a colleague is injured. The exact number and rules depend on the regulations that apply in Manitoba.
What the law requires in Manitoba
How many designated first-aiders?
The number of first aiders and kits depends on workplace size, type of work, and distance to a medical facility. First aiders are classed Basic, Intermediate or Advanced per CSA Z1210-17 qualifications. Workplaces with more than 100 workers must provide a first aid room (bed, stretcher, sink).
As a Canadian province, Manitoba has its own occupational health and safety framework with jurisdiction over all workplaces.
Online training is recognized in Manitoba; the practical portion of CSA levels is normally in person.
Region specifics
- Manitoba adopted CSA Z1210-17 for first-aider qualification on November 23, 2018.
- Workplaces with 100+ workers must have a first aid room equipped with a bed, stretcher and sink.
- Sizing combines workplace size, nature of work and remoteness from medical services rather than a simple worker count.
Why it matters
A workplace emergency can happen at any time. When it does, the difference between a positive outcome and a tragedy often comes down to whether someone nearby is trained to respond. Having certified first aiders on staff isn't just a legal requirement — it's an investment in your team's safety.
Is this really what you're looking for?
Our first-aid and CPR courses are 100% online, lead to a recognized certification, and exceed the required standards; a hybrid option is also available and fits most needs. Choose the course that fits your situation:
The course
Our course, built to the CSA Z1210-17 standard, 100% online and leading to a certification, meets and exceeds this requirement.
CSA Z1210-17First Aid – Healthcare Professional (16h) - Compliant with CSA Z1210-17
This 16-hour first aid training, compliant with the CSA Z1210-17 standard, is specifically designed for healthcare professionals. Upon completion, the candidate will receive a certification valid for two years, meeting the requirements of 'Intermediate First Aid Training' as defined in the CSA Z1210-17 standard. Skills will be updated annually, and the training must be renewed every two years to maintain active certification. Tailored for nurses, it strengthens the safety of residents in long-term care facilities and other healthcare settings.
CSA Z1210-17First Aid – Intermediate Level (16h) – CSA Z1210-17 Compliant
Upon successful completion of this 16-hour IN-PERSON intermediate-level first aid training, the candidate will receive a valid certification that meets the requirements of 'Intermediate First Aid Training' as defined in the CSA Z1210-17 standard.
Specifically need the "Workplace first aid" certificate?
That specific regulatory certificate must be completed in full with the legislating body: Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health (Department of Labour and Immigration).
In Manitoba, to become a Basic/Intermediate/Advanced first aider, the person must be certified by a Workplace Safety and Health-approved agency holding CSA Z1210 qualifications. A non-approved provider cannot issue a valid certificate; non-approved online training only complements.