Construction CPR & First Aid Training for San Diego Crews. On-Site at Your Jobsite.
AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED training that meets Cal/OSHA Title 8 and federal OSHA requirements. We come to your jobsite, break trailer, or office anywhere in Southern California.
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Quick Answers for Construction Companies
Does California require CPR-trained staff on construction sites?
Which certification meets the requirement?
How fast can we certify a crew?
How does on-site training work?
Who on a Construction Crew Needs Training
| Role | What they typically need | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Crew members / laborers | AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | The first responders on scene. Cal/OSHA wants trained personnel present on every shift |
| Foreman / lead | AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | On-site supervisor, usually the one directing the emergency response |
| Superintendent | AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED | Responsible for jobsite safety compliance and OSHA records |
| Safety officer / manager | AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (often plus advanced first aid) | Owns the safety program and the audit trail |
| Project manager / GC | Heartsaver, or coordinates crew training | Accountable for compliance across trades and subs |
Not sure which card each role needs, or how many of your crew to certify? Call (619) 281-3304. We will match the requirement, not sell you the wrong class.
Take the First Step Today! Fill out the form below to request group CPR and or First Aid training for your company or organization. We’ll send you a custom quote and help you schedule a class at your convenience.
What Cal/OSHA Requires
Cal/OSHA Title 8 Section 1512 requires that construction job sites have personnel trained in first aid when the jobsite is not in near proximity to a medical facility. Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1926.50 adds a parallel requirement. “Near proximity” is generally interpreted as three to four minutes of EMS response time, so most construction sites need trained crew on hand.
These are enforceable standards, not recommendations. Cal/OSHA cites employers who do not have trained first aid personnel on site, and serious-violation penalties can reach five figures per instance. The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification satisfies both the Cal/OSHA and federal OSHA requirement, and we give you a training record documenting who was certified, which card they earned, and when it expires, which is exactly what you need for an OSHA audit.
We are not Cal/OSHA. The above reflects the standard as we understand it. Always confirm your specific obligations with Cal/OSHA or your safety consultant. Learn more: OSHA CPR requirements for California employers and the Cal/OSHA first aid and CPR checklist.
First Aid Built for Real Jobsite Injuries
A generic office CPR class does not prepare a crew for what actually happens on a construction site. We build the training around your hazards.
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- Falls. Falls are the number one cause of death in construction. A worker who falls from a scaffold, roof, or platform may have spinal injuries, internal bleeding, or head trauma. Your crew learns how to stabilize a suspected spinal injury without making it worse, how to recognize internal bleeding with no visible wound, and when not to move someone.
- Heat illness. Cal/OSHA has specific heat illness prevention regulations that start at 80 degrees, but regulations do not stop heat stroke from happening. When a crew member collapses, core body temperature can exceed 104 degrees and organ damage starts within minutes. Your team learns the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and to act fast on the latter.
- Crush and struck-by injuries. Heavy equipment, shifting loads, and unsecured materials create crush hazards on nearly every site. A crush injury can trigger crush syndrome, where compressed muscle releases toxins into the bloodstream once the pressure is removed. The first aid response is specific, and doing the wrong thing can be fatal.
- Bleeding control, fractures, burns. Bleeding control, splinting a suspected fracture, and treating burns are core skills every crew member should have before EMS arrives.
We can build your specific hazards into the session. Tell us you do trenching, electrical, or elevated work, and we tailor the scenarios.
Three Formats. Pick What Fits Your Operation.
1. On-site at your jobsite (most construction crews pick this)
We come to you. We set up in a break trailer, a safety meeting area, or a cleared section of the job, bring all the manikins, AED trainers, and supplies, and work around your schedule. Early mornings before the day starts, or a scheduled safety stand-down. Pricing is based on your crew size and needs. We regularly train crews on active construction sites across San Diego County and into Orange County.
2. Blended (online theory plus in-person skills check)
Crew completes the online portion on their own time, then meets our instructor for a short hands-on skills session. Less time off the job, same AHA card.
3. In-person at our two San Diego classrooms
Send crew to our Mission Valley (3717 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego) or Oceanside (4083 Oceanside Blvd, Suite B) location. Best for smaller crews or individual certifications.
Why Construction Companies Choose A-B-CPR
- AHA Training Center, not a reseller. Every card is issued under our AHA Training Center number and verifies directly with the AHA. It holds up with Cal/OSHA and your safety auditor.
- We come to the jobsite. We train around real jobsite constraints: limited space, dirt and gravel, crews in gloves and hard hats. We certify the whole crew in one visit.
- Less downtime. We work early mornings and safety stand-downs so training does not cost you a production day.
- Family-owned, 25+ years. Mike Long bought A-B-CPR in 1998 and still teaches. AHA BLS Training Center Faculty for the Western Region since 2021. He picks up the phone.
- Same-day eCards and a compliance record. Every crew member walks out certified, and you get documentation for your OSHA file.
- Recertification management. AHA cards expire every two years. We help you track expirations and schedule recerts before they lapse, so you stay in continuous compliance without the scramble.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do construction companies in California need CPR and first aid training? Yes. Cal/OSHA Title 8 Section 1512 and federal OSHA 29 CFR 1926.50 require trained first aid personnel when the jobsite is not in near proximity to a medical facility, which applies to most sites. The AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification satisfies both.
Which class does my crew need? AHA Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED is the best fit for most construction companies. It covers CPR, AED, and first aid for injuries common on job sites, in one four-hour class, with a card valid for two years.
Can you train on an active jobsite? Yes. We regularly train crews on active construction sites, in break trailers, safety meeting areas, or any space with room to practice. We bring all the equipment. You provide the space.
How much does on-site construction training cost? On-site training is priced by crew size and needs, so we give you a custom quote. Request one below or call (619) 281-3304.
How long does the class take? The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED class runs about four hours, and every participant leaves with a same-day AHA eCard.
Do you provide documentation for OSHA? Yes. You receive a training record showing who was certified, which card they earned, and when it expires, which is what you need for your OSHA file and any audit.
Scheduling the Whole Crew
Send us your crew roster with current card expiration dates and we will map a schedule that staggers renewals so you never have half the crew out of compliance at once. For new hires, we hold spots in upcoming classes for the contractors we already train. Same-week availability is common.