At a glance
This accredited skill set covers the mandatory work health and safety training required prior to undertaking construction work.
COURSE OUTCOME
Statement of Attainment
Course overview
If you want to work in the construction industry, you are required by law to successfully complete a general safety induction course or White Card. This course meets the requirements of the 2011 Workplace Health and Safety Regulation and covers the skills and assessment necessary for a worker to safely enter and work on a construction site in Queensland.
This accredited skill will give you an understanding of health and safety legislative requirements in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to yourself and others. Learn how to identify and report common construction hazards, understand basic risk control measures, and identify procedures for responding to potential incidents and emergencies. You’ll also cover how to correctly select and fit common personal protective equipment (PPE) used for construction work.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be issued with a White Card and be able to safely work in the construction industry.
TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Short Course and Apprentice Advance Plus programs - this unit is subsidised under one of these programs. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.
Units
The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCWHS1001 |
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | |
Ways to study
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more
What you need to know about TAFE at School
Eligibility
You must be a Year 10, 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.
Course placements are subject to availability.
Outcome
Statement of AttainmentInformation is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor, or visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
Upfront payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
Students must attend a campus to undertake this course where they will learn face-to-face* with a teacher in one of our contemporary learning spaces. Students will undertake theory and practical training and assessment in a classroom and/or workshop.
* TAFE Queensland only deliver this course in face-to-face delivery mode. Under White Card delivery requirements, delivery in Queensland must be undertaken face-to-face except where students reside in a rural area (defined as a distance of 100 kilometres or more from any Registered Training Organisation (RTO) offering face-to-face delivery of CPCCWHS1001 ‘Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’ course). In this case students may receive training via online delivery.
Selection criteria
It is highly recommended that you:-
- are aged 15 years or older by the course commencement date; and
- have sound levels of written and spoken English to be able to complete assignments
Resources required
Classroom delivery
You are required to wear enclosed shoes when attending your assessment. If you fail to meet this minimum standard of dress, you may not be permitted to complete your assessment.
Online delivery
If you reside in a rural area (defined as a distance of 100 kilometres or more from any RTO offering face-to-face delivery of CPCCWHS1001 ‘Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’ course), and are studying online, you must have access to a computer with a microphone and camera along with an internet connection.
You will also need to have access to personal protective equipment for the practical demonstrations i.e. safety glasses, high visibility vest, hearing protection, hard hat and a copy of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
Mixed mode delivery
Please note that due to COVID-19, the following resources are mandatory to complete this course as you will not be permitted to attend a campus.
You must:
- have access to the following equipment for your practical demonstration day via Zoom.
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) consisting of hard hat, high visibility vest, safety glasses and earplugs (disposable or earmuff style are acceptable).
- an internet connection and computer that supports video camera capability and a microphone.
Need to know
Proof of identity must be produced at time of enrolment. To verify a participant's identity, TAFE Queensland will require three forms of original identification from the list below. A copy must be retained by TAFE Queensland on each applicant’s file (excepting where a financial institution debit/credit card is used as ID). The three documents can be made up of:
- One category A + two category B OR two category A + one category B
At least one Category A document must be photographic showing full name and date of birth.
Category A documents:
- Australian Birth Certificate - full (not an Extract or Commemorative Certificate)
- Bicentennial Birth Certificate (born in 1988)
- Australian Citizenship Certificate/Naturalisation Certificate
- Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
- Certificate of Evidence of Resident Status
- Visa Evidence Card (with PLO56 Visa)
- Queensland or Federal police officer photo identity card
- Queensland High Risk Work licence (photographic)
- Australian Passport (including Australian Document of Identity)
- Foreign Passport
- Australian photo driver licence
- An Australian issued education institution student identity document (must include photo)
- An Australian issued Photo Identification Card (this has replaced the 18+ card)
- Queensland Accreditation/Authorisation (laminated)
- Driver/rider trainer; pilot/escort vehicle driver; dangerous goods driver; tow truck driver/assistant certificate
- Bus; taxi; limousine driver
- DIBP - ImmiCard; Temporary or Resident Visa; Document for travel to Australia (Valid up to five years after issue). Note: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is not accepted.
- Queensland Card 18+ (laminated) (Issued after 1/1/1992)
Category B documents:
- Australian Defence Force photo identity card (excluding civilians)
- Australian Firearm Licence (with photo)
- Australian Security Guard/Crowd Controller Licence (with photo)
- Department of Veterans’ Affairs/Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card (including Healthcare card)
- Education institution student identity document (without photo)
- Financial institution debit/credit card (must include signature and embossed/printed name)
- Medicare card (Green, Blue or Yellow)
Assessment Methods
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
University pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways 