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About Mark Kascha

First Aid & CPR Instructor Trainer Serving Hamilton | 30+ Years of Experience

Mark Kascha is a first aid and CPR instructor trainer with over 30 years of experience in emergency response, workplace safety, and hands-on training across Canada.

He is also the Master Instructor Trainer for St Mark James Training, where he leads instructor development and oversees the creation and refinement of first aid and CPR programs.

Since beginning his career in 1996, Mark has worked extensively in both real emergency situations and instructional environments, helping individuals and organizations develop the skills needed to respond confidently in critical situations.

Through Hamilton First Aid, his training programs support students and workplaces throughout Hamilton and across Ontario.

Experience in Emergency Response & Aquatic Safety

Mark’s background began in aquatics, where he developed strong practical skills in emergency management and rescue situations.

His experience includes:

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

While serving as an Aquatics Director with the YMCA, Mark also developed and implemented infant swimming programs, focusing on water safety and early skill development.

These early experiences continue to influence his practical, real-world approach to teaching first aid.

Certifications & Instructor Trainer Credentials

Mark holds advanced certifications and instructor trainer designations through several 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

YMCA

  • Water Safety Instructor Certification

Workplace & Occupational Training

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

Rescue 7

  • First Aid Instructor
  • Instructor Trainer

St. John Ambulance

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

Education

Mark holds a degree from the University of British Columbia (UBC), which complements his decades of hands-on experience in first aid, CPR instruction, and safety program development.

Workplace First Aid & Public Safety Experience

Mark has extensive experience delivering first aid in real workplace and public environments, providing valuable insight into real-life emergency scenarios.

His background includes:

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

This includes:

  • Workplace injuries and incidents
  • Public medical emergencies
  • Aquatic rescues
  • High-pressure emergency response situations

Collaboration with Medical & Government Organizations

Mark has worked with a variety of professionals and organizations to ensure training reflects both medical accuracy and real-world application.

He has collaborated with:

  • Nurses and physicians
  • Medical advisors
  • Engineers and workplace safety professionals

As well as organizations including:

  • WSIB (Ontario)
  • WorkSafe BC
  • Manitoba Health
  • Alberta OH&S
  • Provincial safety and regulatory bodies

First Aid & CPR Program Development

As the Master Instructor Trainer for St Mark James Training, Mark plays a central role in developing and updating training programs used across Canada.

Programs include:

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

These programs are built on:

  • Real-world emergency response experience
  • Provincial safety standards
  • Collaboration with medical and industry professionals

Supporting First Aid Training in Ontario & Canada

Mark has contributed to first aid training initiatives across Canada, including work connected to Ontario safety standards.

His experience includes:

  • Liaising with WSIB to support program development
  • Working with regulatory frameworks across provinces
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary safety teams

Real-World Experience That Matters

Mark’s training is based on extensive real-life experience—not just classroom instruction:

  • Provided first aid in hundreds of real-world situations
  • Participated in numerous rescues
  • Volunteered as a first aid attendant
  • Worked in both aquatic and workplace environments

This ensures that students learn:

  • Practical, real-life skills
  • How to respond effectively under pressure
  • What to expect in real emergency situations

Industry Involvement

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

Training Philosophy

Mark’s approach to training focuses on preparing individuals for real emergencies.

His teaching emphasizes:

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

Commitment to Accuracy & Standards

All training and educational content is based on:

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

Learn From Experience

Hamilton First Aid students 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 built on real experience, professional expertise, and a commitment to safety.