Courses - TAS - White Card
TAS - WC
TAS - White Card
- Successful students will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment (Card is issued by WorkSafe Tasmania)
Introduction
This Construction Induction Card (White Card) course is a mandatory requirement for all workers on building and civil construction sites. In this White Card course‚ you will learn the basic principles of occupational health and safety requirements.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will need to apply directly to Services Tasmania within 60 days to obtain your White Card.
Target Audience
This course is aimed at students who intend to work in commercial or domestic construction‚ traffic control, painting, carpentry, brick laying, concreting, tiling, plumbing, electrical and other similar trades. Completing a White Card increases your ability to acquire work in the construction industry. Employers employ those that have White Card accreditation.
Course Requirements:
Learners are required to:
- Be in TASMANIA while completing this course.
- Be 16 years of age or older.
- Have Language‚ Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills to ACSF level 2 or above.
- Have access to a computer and the internet in order to access our online Learning Management System.
- PPE requirement for practical demonstration - includes eye protection, hearing protection, hard hat, steel capped boots, long pants and high visibility shirt / vest / jacket.
- Provide Evidence of Identity (EOI) - You'll be required to bring original ID documents to the class (click here to see EOI requirements in your State)
For information on how to apply for a White Card upon successful completion of the course, please visit WorkSafe Tasmania website.
Learning Outcomes
- Health and safety legislative requirements of construction work
- Construction hazards and risk control measures
- Health and safety communication and reporting processes
- Incident and emergency response procedures
Learning Methods
The verbal assessment and practical demonstration are carried out in one session via video call (webcam/smartphone required). Bookings are essential, please allow up to 2 weeks to book in time with a trainer.
As part of the assessment process, you will be required to verify your identity.
Course Modules
- CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
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