What is WHS white card?

A white card (or general construction induction card) is required for workers who want to carry out construction work. People who need a white card include: site managers, supervisors, surveyors, labourers and tradespeople.

Can you fail your white card?

It is possible to fail a white card test, but you can prevent this by properly preparing for the final assessment. Ask plenty of questions throughout the construction safety induction course and read all materials thoroughly. If you do fail, you can re-sit the white card test, or re-take the course.

What does the white card mean?

White Card is the common name for the ‘Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry CPCCWHS1001’ training course. Holding a valid White Card means that you have completed official, certified general construction induction training with a registered organisation within Australia.

Do I need to carry my white card at all times?

The construction industry requires you to have a construction induction card, often referred to as a white card in SA, to work in the industry. You must keep this card on you at all times when working on a construction site.

Who does the White Card protect?

White cards were designed to help maintain safety in the workplace. According to SafeWork Australia, the construction industry suffers from the third-most worker fatalities each year after the transport and agriculture industries. Close to one out of five work-related fatalities occurs on construction sites.

Is the white card course hard?

An OH&S Course or ‘White Card’ is not that difficult to get. It is an entry-level, basic construction health and safety training course and takes less than a day to complete. Having a White Card means that you will be less at risk of having an accident on-site, or indeed causing one.

How many years does a white card last?

Under the current legislation, white cards do not expire but it is recommended that you refresh your knowledge by completing a new course if you have been absent from the construction industry for more than 2 years.

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What is the real name of white card?

A White Card (also known as a General Construction Induction Card) is a mandatory work card required in Australia to order to work on a construction site. It is gained by completing a face-to-face or online government mandated course through a registered training organisation.

What happens if I lost my White Card?

If yours has been lost or destroyed, you can order and pay for a replacement online, as long as your details are still the same as those on the original card. The replacement white card will be posted to your home address.

What does a white card teach you?

A White Card gives you the ability to enter and work at a construction site as it serves as evidence that you have completed a general Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) construction induction training for the industry.