White Card NSW Course

Course Details

Due to the number of fatalities in the Construction Industry, the government decided that all persons working on a construction site must complete General Induction Training, commonly known as a White Card Course.

The White Card NSW Course will cover best practices to be followed in the construction site to reduce or eliminate risks, including basic health and safety required before starting work on a construction site.

This White Card Course is delivered by TCP Training.

If organising group training or onsite training, we can facilitate White Card training nationally.

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Pre-requisites

TCP Training is not registered with CRICOS, as such we are unable to conduct training and assessment for those with study restrictions on their visa. This includes but is not limited to the International Student Visa (subclass 500), you can check the entitlements of your visa here.

This White Card Course combines plain English, videos, photos, and questioning to ensure all learners are able to have the best possible chance at comprehending the required knowledge and skills. If you believe you will need assistance due to your Language, Literacy or Numeracy skills, please contact our office on 02 9232 1010 to discuss your training needs.

Students must be 14 years old at the time of sitting the course.

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Training Program

This White Card NSW Course covers the topics required to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to work safely in the construction industry. It is a basic entry level course covering personal awareness, basic risk management, hazard identification and emergencies.

Students must bring:

100 points of ID as evidence of identity as per the following document -

Within the 100 points, applicants must be able to show the following;

• Photo
• Date of Birth
• Full legal name
• Signature
• Current NSW residential address

They need to be the ORIGINAL documents. NO photos or photocopies are accepted. Without 100 points, students will not be accepted into the class.

If you have been in the country for less than six (6) weeks, are a current high school student or are having any issues with meeting the 100 points, please contact us on 02 9232 1010.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be issued with a temporary certificate which is valid for 60 days after the date issued. With this, students can commence work immediately and the White Card will be posted in the mail.

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Assessment

Students will be assessed during the classroom session. Assessment will confirm knowledge and skills have been achieved to demonstrate competency across the unit.

Students are offered multiple opportunities to demonstrate knowledge and skills throughout the program.

If a student is not successful in completing all assessments satisfactorily, they will need to rebook the course at the full course fee

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Certification

Once a competent mark is awarded, learners will be issued with a Statement of Training (temporary certificate) and a Statement of Attainment for CPCCWHS1001 Work safely in the construction industry. This Unit of Competency is Nationally Recognised Training from Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package.

Certificates are issued by TCP Training (RTOID:91118). 

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White Card FAQs

How long is the Card valid for?

This card does not expire, however if you have not worked on a construction for 2 years or more, SafeWork NSW recommends attending a course to update your skills and knowledge.

ID Requirements - White Card and Forklift.

For all courses it is essential to provide photo ID (i.e. Passport, Drivers licence, Photo ID card, Student Card), however, the White Card and Forklift course requires 100 points of ID.

The acceptable documents for 100 points of ID are listed in the table below and contain both primary and secondary documents. You can provide only one (1) primary document with secondary documents to form 100 points. Alternatively, you can provide a combination of secondary documents to form 100 points. The combination of documents must contain a date of birth, current residential address, photograph and signature. Please bring original evidence of identity documents with you. Certified copies will not be accepted.

If you are unable to provide the correct ID, by law, you will not be permitted into the course.

PRIMARY ID - Only ONE Primary ID document can be used
Passport (Current or expired within last 2 years but not cancelled)	70pts
Full ORIGINAL Australian Birth Certificate or Birth Card	70pts
Australian Citizenship Certificate.	70pts

SECONDARY ID - A combination of secondary documents is allowed to make up 100 points however if more than one credit or ATM cards, or bank statements are used they MUST be from different financial instituions. NOTE: MUST BE VALID ORIGINAL DOCUMENT / CARD ISSUED IN AUSTRALIA
Current Australian Drivers Licence	40pts
Current Australian Boat Operator's Photo Licence	40pts
Current Australian Firearms Licence	40pts
Current Australian State or Territory Proof of Age/Photo Card	40pts
Australian Defence or Police photo identification card	40pts
Medicare Card	25pts
Bank ATM or Credit Card	25pts
Centrelink Card	25pts
Motor Vehicle Registration Papers	25pts
Motor Vehicle Insurance Certificate	25pts
Department of Veterans Affairs Card	25pts
Property (Council) Rates Notice	25pts
Property Lease Agreement	25pts
Home Insurance Papers	25pts
Utility Bill; eg: Electrical, Water, Gas	25pts
Bank Statement/s	25pts

Is the Certificate valid for use nationally?

As of the 1st of September, the General Induction Card is recognised nationally.

What happens if my Card is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed?

You can complete an application form (Replacement of a SafeWork NSW Construction Induction Card, form number ACC06) and submit to SafeWork NSW with the associated fee of $30, together with proof of training details, identification and a signed statutory declaration. Further information can be found on SafeWork NSW’s website or phone 13 10 50.

What is the difference between the "Green Card" and "White Card"?

Previously, participants who completed the WHS Induction course were issued with a “green card”. With legislation changes, participants are now issued with a “white card”.

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General FAQs

Can Centrelink pay for me?

What you need to do is register with your local Job Network Agent. Your Employment Consultant will make the booking with us on your behalf and arrange payment with us directly. Unfortunately Centrelink does not pay directly.

Can I pay my package in installments?

Unfortunately we cannot offer this service, full payment of course fees are required at the time of booking. The good news is that we try to always offer value for money and keep course fees affordable, so you know that you are always getting good value, especially with our package deals which offer reduced prices!

Can you get me a job?

Although we cannot guarantee you a job, we would be delighted to refer you to an agent who may be able to assist you to find work.

What payment methods do you accept?

Payment can be made at the time of booking using either a credit card, EFTPOS or cash. Invoices and acceptance of company cheques is by prior arrangement only.

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Course Enrolment

The cost for this program is $120 in Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Dee Why, Campbelltown, Miranda, Penrith, Liverpool, Gosford & Wyong.
White Card Course is delivered in Sydney CBD, Parramatta, Dee Why, Campbelltown, Miranda, Penrith, Liverpool, Gosford & Wyong for public.