White Card Training

Certification

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).

Students will also receive a ‘White Card’ licence (WA issued) which is nationally recognised throughout all States in Australia.

National unit of competency

• CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Course Duration

• Option 1: Online e-Learning course: Average duration is 3.5 hours (depends on experience)
• Option 2: Face to face classroom training: 6 hours (group bookings only)

Price

• Option 1: Online e-Learning course. $55.00pp. Start Now!
• Option 2: Face to face classroom training (group bookings only - please contact us for an obligation free quote)

Course Overview

Our white card construction induction training course is designed to train participants in how to carry out tasks safely whilst working in the construction industry.

The course teaches participants personal awareness of occupational health and safety legislative requirements, and the basic principles of risk management and prevention of injury and illness in the construction industry.

The unit relates directly to the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).

State Recognition and Currency

Our White Card (WA issued) is accepted in all states and territories in Australia.

Safe Work Australia has received agreement from all states and territories to implement the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work. This provides for a consistent approach to construction induction training across Australia. It also means that White Cards from any Australian state or territory are recognised nationally.

Organisations and businesses may have internal polices which require that White Cards be obtained through specific training organisations, or by specific methods of training delivery. If in doubt, ask your prospective employer.

In NSW, NT & TAS the Card ceases to be current if the cardholder has not worked in the construction industry for two years or more.

In WA, employers may require training to be repeated if workers are not in the workforce for more than two years.

Course Outline

The key areas covered by this course include:

• Identifying relevant standards and legislation requirements related to working on a construction site
• Identifying construction hazards and control measures
• Identify ways to communicate risks and hazards to superiors and workers on site
• Applying basic risk management principles and assessment of construction work
• Identifying responsibilities and rights of workers and supervisors on site
• Applying safe work practices whilst working on construction sites

Course Inclusions

• Our online course was built from the ground up by industry experts. It is designed to be easy to use, easy to understand and works on multiple devices and platforms.
• For groups, we offer face to face training conducted by an experienced instructor with strong knowledge of relevant legislation and Australian Standards and practices of occupational health and safety on a construction site. This includes practical hands-on training.

Each Trainee Must Provide

Participants must:

• Be at least 14 years of age
• Have access to valid ID (e.g. Driver’s Licence) - otherwise card cannot be issued
• Have at least a Year 8 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Have the ability to read and write English.

Equipment Required For Our Online Course

For online training, participants must:

• Have access to the following items of PPE:
  • Eye protection
  • Hearing protection
  • Hard hat
  • High visibility reflective vest

• If you don’t already have access to the required PPE we recommend you borrow it, otherwise you can purchase these items very cheaply from a retailer such as Bunnings.
• Use a device that meets the minimum System Requirements of Pinnacle’s e-Learning system (we officially support and recommend modern desktop or laptop computers running Google Chrome web browser). Other personal devices (e.g. phones and tablets) may be compatible, but due to the variety available, we do not officially support these devices.
• Have a stable internet connection.