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White card training remains a requirement for anyone working or entering a construction site. Also called construction induction training, this program is now mandatory due to Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislative requirements. It replaces the previously issued blue card offered in some states.
During this training program, you learn how to identify and reduce common construction site hazards, such as falling objects or unsecured loads. It is also often required before you enrol in other WHS courses, such as the asbestos removal courses.
The following information covers everything you should know about white card training courses in Adelaide.
To obtain the card, you need to complete a white card course Adelaide. CPCCWHS1001 is the unit of competency to work safely in the construction industry. The required training is available through registered training organisations (RTOs), including soon for AlertForce (currently pending scope addition).
Some training organisations offer the course online while others only offer in-person training. Online has mostly become an unacceptable means of delivery. Most safety organisations recommend face-to-face training.
After you have successfully completed the white card training, you receive a statement of attainment. The white card comes later in the mail. The white card is nationally recognised. This means cards issued in one state are accepted in other states.
If you obtain a white card in South Australia, it should be accepted in Western Australia and other states or territories. If you lose a white card, you need to contact the RTO where you completed the training to receive a replacement Statement of Attainment. Replacement White Cards are issued by State Based regulators and you would be best to approach them.
The typical white card course SA lasts about a full day, depending on the training organisation. During this training, you learn the skills and knowledge needed to demonstrate your ability to identify and manage risks on a construction site. Some of the main risk control topics include:
The focus of the training is common hazards on construction sites. However, attendees do not necessarily learn how to deal with these hazards. You learn how to identify and hopefully avoid them. Some of the most common examples include:
As attendees do not learn how to implement strategies for reducing these hazards, workers may need to complete additional training. For example, depending on your job duties, you may need to complete asbestos removal courses or working at heights training.
The average cost is between $120 and $150. However, the costs vary. Some training organisations charge a little more and others charge a little less. The program also has several prerequisites:
If the assessment includes practical demonstrations, you may need to wear protective equipment, such as a high-visibility vest, hearing protection, eye protection, and a hard hat. These are standard items for workers on most construction sites.
The white card does not technically expire. However, most PCBUs require workers to complete the white card construction training after two years of inactivity. This follows the recommendations of various safety organisations and it models health and safety WHS practices.
If you stop working in the construction industry for two years, you should retake the course.
After completion of the course, you receive a statement of attainment. The statement acts as proof that you have completed this unit of competency. You also receive the actual white card in the mail.
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