Farm First Aid

Farmer First Aid 2024
Register: Virden
Register: Steinbach

Join us for Farm First Aid | A one day workshop

Manitoba Canola Growers Association in collaboration with FarmSafe Manitoba is hosting two first aid courses in a location near you!

This course is designed to meet the needs of Manitoba farmers who live and work in a variety of farming and rural communities. Participants will learn First Aid principals and the skills needed in life-threatening emergencies and/or common non-emergency farm-related injuries or illnesses. You will be able to:

  • Recognize when first aid is required and when medical help is needed.
  • Recognize the dangers and hazard at emergency scenes
  • Prevent injuries through proactive investigation and safety programs
  • Better understand the unique issues related to farm emergencies

This course will certify you as a First Aider 1 under Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health legislation and certification is valid for three years.

Registration is required – Only $50, spots are limited!

Farmers who are members of MCGA or KAP will receive a rebate. If you are a member of KAP or MCGA, this event is FREE.

Lunch will be provided.

Topics to be covered:

  • Recognize when first aid is required and when medical help is needed.
  • Recognize the dangers and hazards at emergency scenes.
  • Prevent injuries through proactive investigation and safety programs.
  • Better understand the unique issues related to farm emergencies.
  • CPR/AED
  • Choking
  • Wounds
  • Burns
  • Medical Conditions
  • Mental Health Awareness

If you have any questions, please reach out to corina@canolagrowers.com or kap@kap.ca