Description
White Card Course Sydney
White Card Course
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
This course is known as “White Card”
The unit of competency CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is also known as the “White Card” and is designed for those seeking work or preparing to work in the construction industry. It is a compulsory requirement from SafeWork NSW that you must have a White Card before commencing work on a construction site. It is also nationally accredited, and can be transferred inter-state.
Who should have White Card?
This course is also appropriate for those wishing to obtain their Owner Builder permit, the white card component can be completed with us, and your owner builder component elsewhere. This course is also appropriate for apprenticeships, trainees that are going in to a variety of trades (like electricians, carpenters, plumbers, engineers, project managers etc.) wanting to gain access to construction sites.
- Registered Training Organisation (RTO) since 2000
Couse Key Information
Get your certificate the same day and start working.
Price
$89 Only
Duration
6 hours training (excl. breaks)
Location
Marrickville, NSW
Why this course is good for you!
- Safework NSW Approved
- Nationally recognized training
- You can use your card interstate.
White Card Course – Sydney
The Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card) course is a Nationally Recognised qualification and is a compulsory requirement for anybody who wishes to kick-start their career or maintain employment in the construction industry throughout Australia. The unit was previously known as CPCCWHS1001 – Work safely in the construction industry, that is now superseded, and is equivalent to the new code CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.
Who can take this course?
This course is open to visitors on working holiday visas, school students, owner builders and anyone who wishes to work in the constructions.
This course is also appropriate for those wishing to obtain their Owner Builder permit, the white card component can be completed with us, and your owner builder component elsewhere. This course is also appropriate for apprenticeships, trainees that are going in to a variety of trades (like electricians, carpenters, plumbers, engineers, project managers etc.) wanting to gain access to construction sites.
The following topics will be covered in White Card course:
- Identify and understand roles, responsibilities and rights of duty holders
- Understand OHS communication and reporting processes
- Apply the principles of risk management
- Identify common hazards and control measures
- Interpret and apply safety information and documentation
- Use safe work practices
- Respond to OHS incidents
Unit Name: Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card)
Unit Code: CPCWHS1001
Duration: 6 hours (excluding breaks)
Successful White Card Course Completion
You will receive a Nationally Accredited Statement of Attainment upon completion as well as a Statement of Training (SOT) which is valid for 60 days and will enable the student to work until the white card arrives in the mail.
To undertake this training, it is COMPULSORY that students:
- Bring 100 points of ID on the day. New arrivals (less than 6 weeks in Australia), School students less than 16 years of age and Indigenous Australians are exempted. You must show be able to show originals! Except for those that are digitally issues i.e. phone bills, registration papers, bank statements. See Identity Requirements Tab.
- You must be able to read and write in English. If you have difficulty, we recommend you call us before making a booking on (02) 9557 7466.
You also DO NOT NEED PPE as this will be provided on the day.
Australian or Overseas Persons in Australia Greater than 6 weeks in Australia
- Must have 100 points of ID confirming their Date of Birth, Address, Photo and address using combination of IDs as per the table below.
Non-Australians from Overseas arrived less than 6 weeks in Australia
- You can use a combination of your Passport AND Overseas License OR Passport AND Bank Card (overseas or Australian) as proof of ID, you are exempt from the 100 point system, refer to page 4 of the EOI Form. You must also provide proof of your arrival date (i.e. boarding pass, e-ticket, travel itinerary etc.).
Under 18 and still in High School (Australian Schools)
- The minimum age requirement to do the White Card course is 14 years old. You must be at least 14 years old when you join your class. You can use one of either your valid Australian Passport, Australian Birth Certificate or School ID card.
U18 & in school can bring passport, drivers license, Aus Birth Cert OR School ID (ORIG).
Please bring original 100 points of ID. NO PHOTOCOPIES, NO PICTURES OF ID WILL BE ACCEPTED. If you have less than 100 points, contact our office before the course date. You will not be allowed to commence the course and no refund will be issued. Re-enrolment is full course fee.
Evidence of Identity Documents Required (EOI: you need 100 points)
| Type of Identification | ID Document | Points Value |
|---|---|---|
| Primary: Only 1 document can be used | Australian Birth Certificate/card issued by the registrar of births, deaths and marriages | 70 |
| Passport – Australian or International (Current or expired within last 2 years, but not cancelled) | 70 | |
| Australian citizenship certificate | 70 | |
| Secondary: Multiple documents can be used | Current Australian driver’s license, Photo ID, Australian fire arms license or boat operator permit | 40 |
| Credit/Savings cards/bank statements FROM AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTIONS (Maximum of 2, must be from different banks, bank card and statements from the same bank count as 1 form of ID) | 25 | |
| Government issued card such as Department of Veterans Affairs card, Current Centrelink card, Medicare | 25 | |
| Utility bills issued in the last (3) months – for example water, electricity, gas, telephone (AUSTRALIAN) | 25 | |
| Current Vehicle registration or insurance papers | 25 |
- If you fail to bring appropriate identification on the day you, you will not be eligible for a refund – you will have to reschedule your course, paying the full course fee. BE PREPARED.
- If you are found not yet competent for a course, there is no refund.
- Reschedulations/cancellations made be made at least 48 hours in advance, regardless of when the booking was made ($29 non-refundable booking fee).
- You MUST KNOW ENGLISH (read, write and speak), if you are not sure, please do not proceed with the booking. If you proceed to book and you do not have sufficient English skills, there will be no refund if cancellation is not made 48 hours before the course.
48 hour written notice is required for cancellations. Contact us here.
Book your course here
Prior to course commencement, please bring original copies of 100 points of ID. If you have less than 100 points contact our office. You will not be allowed to commence the course. You must be able to provide your current address on your ID.
Course Work Flow
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Course Location
Marrickville – In Sydney’s Inner West! Close to CBD!
We are located at Level 1, 34C Fitzroy Street, Marrickville NSW 2204, just above Opulent Kitchens and My Bottle Shop.
By Train or Bus
Catch the METRO from Central to Sydenham! We are a 5-10 minute walk from Sydenham Station. We also have a range of bus stops near by as well such as the 423, 426, 418, M30 routes.
By Car
If coming by car, there is free all day street parking surrouding us but please be mindful to arrive early to find parking.
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Meet Your Trainers
Raja Sethi has been involved with Allies Security as a White Card trainer for a number of years. He has worked in high risk work environments.
Imran has been involved in the security industry for the past 15 years. He commenced his career as a security officer…
Mark McMahon has been teaching and training for the past decade. He has worked in many supervisory roles in Construction, and Security.
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