This unit of competency outlines the mandatory health and safety training required for construction work, focusing on awareness of legislative requirements and common hazards. It also covers risk control measures, emergency response procedures, and the selection and fitting of personal protective equipment (PPE).
✅ Ideal For: Labourers, supervisors, contractors, and all individuals on construction sites
⏳ Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours of face-to-face and online assessment via LMS)
🎓 Certificate: SafeWork NSW Statement of Training (valid for 60 days), White Card (valid indefinitely)
📍 Delivery: Interactive face-to-face and online sessions
💻 Assessment: Completed online through our LMS – students must bring a tablet/laptop
All students MUST have a valid USI to enrol in this course. To ensure your enrolment experience is as swift and easy as possible, please ensure you have your Unique Student Identifier (USI) readily available.
If you do not have a USI, or would like to verify your USI, please click here to go to the Australian Government USI website (creating a USI will take approximately 3 minutes).
The CPCWHS1001 course, also known as the General Construction Induction Training, is essential for anyone entering the Australian construction industry. It provides key safety knowledge and procedures to ensure safe practices on construction sites.
Our Face-to-Face White Card course is delivered at our training location with a qualified trainer present. Even for face-to-face classes, all assessments are completed online through the LMS.
White Card Purpose: The White Card certifies completion of the training and is legally required for employment on construction sites, ensuring workers understand their safety responsibilities.
Delivery Format
In-person training with a trainer
Practical demonstrations done on-site
Assessments completed online via LMS
Students must bring a suitable device (tablet/laptop) to complete online tasks
Course Content: Key topics include:
Target Audience: Required for all individuals on construction sites, including labourers, supervisors, contractors, and support staff.
Training Format: Delivered in one day (7 hours), combining face-to-face and online learning with interactive sessions led by expert trainers.
Entry Requirements: Participants must be at least 14 years old, provide identification, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI), and possess basic English skills.
Certification: Successful participants receive a SafeWork NSW Statement of Training valid for 60 days, while the White Card is processed and remains valid indefinitely.
Benefits:
Enrolment: Interested individuals can easily enroll through the provided link.