About Mark Kascha

First Aid & CPR Instructor Trainer in Calgary | 30+ Years of Experience

Mark Kascha is a highly experienced first aid and CPR instructor trainer with more than 30 years of practical experience in emergency response, workplace safety, and training program development across Canada.

Since starting in 1996, Mark has worked extensively in both frontline emergency situations and instructional roles, helping individuals and organizations develop the skills needed to respond effectively in real emergencies.

His training programs are delivered to students and workplaces in Calgary and throughout Alberta, with a strong focus on real-world application.

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👤 Background in Emergency Response & Aquatics

Mark’s career began in aquatic safety, where he developed hands-on experience managing emergencies in fast-paced environments.

His background includes:

• Lifeguarding in Vancouver for over a decade (1996–2007)
• Experience in municipal pools and private aquatic facilities
• Leadership roles in aquatic programming and instruction
• Work in pools, waterfront settings, and waterparks
• Participation in numerous rescues and emergency situations

These experiences form the foundation of his practical, scenario-based teaching style.

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🎓 Certifications & Instructor Trainer Qualifications

Mark has held instructor and instructor trainer certifications through several nationally recognized organizations:

Lifesaving Society

• National Lifeguard
• Instructor & Instructor Trainer
• First Aid Instructor Trainer

Canadian Red Cross

• Water Safety Instructor
• Water Safety Instructor Trainer
• First Aid Instructor
• First Aid Instructor Trainer

Workplace Safety Training

• Workplace Emergency First Aid Instructor (WEFA)
• WorkSafeBC OFA Level 1 Instructor

Rescue 7

• First Aid Instructor
• Instructor Trainer

St. John Ambulance

• Occupational First Aid Level 3 (OFA 3), certified multiple times

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🎓 Education

Mark earned his degree from the University of British Columbia (UBC), supporting his extensive career in safety training, emergency response, and instructional program development.

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🚑 Workplace First Aid & Industry Experience

Mark has significant experience providing first aid in workplace and public environments, giving him insight into real-world emergency scenarios.

His experience includes:

• Advanced First Aid Attendant in municipal settings for over 5 years
• Managing workplace incident data and safety reporting systems
• Responding to a wide range of emergency situations

This includes:

• Occupational injuries and workplace incidents
• Public emergencies
• Aquatic rescues
• High-pressure emergency response scenarios

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🏥 Collaboration with Medical & Regulatory Bodies

Throughout his career, Mark has worked with medical professionals and safety organizations to ensure training reflects current standards and real-world needs.

He has collaborated with:

• Physicians and healthcare professionals
• Safety engineers and workplace specialists
• Government and regulatory organizations

Including:

• WorkSafeBC
• WSIB (Ontario)
• Manitoba Health
• Alberta Occupational Health & Safety

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📚 Development of First Aid Training Programs

Mark has played a key role in developing and updating first aid and CPR programs delivered across Canada, including in Calgary, Manitoba, Ontario and Alberta.

Programs include:

• Basic First Aid
• Intermediate First Aid
• Advanced First Aid
• Infant and Child CPR

These programs are built on:

• Real-life emergency response experience
• Provincial safety requirements
• Input from medical and industry experts

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🌍 Experience Across Alberta & Canada

Mark’s work extends across multiple provinces, contributing to improvements in both training quality and workplace safety standards.

His involvement includes:

• Supporting WSIB-related first aid initiatives in Ontario
• Working within WorkSafeBC and Alberta OH&S frameworks
• Collaborating with safety and medical professionals nationwide

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❤️ Real Experience That Informs Training

Mark’s instruction is grounded in extensive real-world experience:

• Provided first aid in hundreds of actual situations
• Participated in numerous rescues
• Volunteered as a first aid attendant
• Worked in both aquatic and occupational settings

This ensures that students learn:

• Practical, real-life skills
• How to stay calm and act under pressure
• What to expect in real emergencies

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📰 Industry Recognition

Mark Kascha has been referenced in discussions and media related to first aid, CPR, and public safety, reflecting his long-standing involvement in the industry.

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⭐ Approach to Teaching

Mark’s approach focuses on preparing students for real situations—not just passing a course.

Training emphasizes:

• Hands-on skill development
• Confidence in emergency response
• Realistic scenarios
• Alignment with Canadian first aid standards

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⚠️ Commitment to High Standards

All training materials and educational content are based on:

• Current Canadian first aid guidelines
• Recognized safety organizations
• Real-world experience
• Ongoing collaboration with medical and safety professionals

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📞 Learn From Proven Experience

Students and workplaces in Calgary benefit from training developed by an instructor who has:

• Responded to real emergencies
• Trained instructors and workplace responders
• Helped develop first aid programs across Canada

👉 First aid training backed by real experience, professional expertise, and a commitment to safety.