How to get a White Card for construction in Australia
A White Card shows you’ve completed general construction induction training. Before booking, check the rules where you’ll train and work. Your state or territory regulator can tell you which providers are accepted and what delivery formats are allowed.
Try a free lesson
- CPCWHS1001
- Current induction unit
- RTO
- Registered training organisation
- Local rules
- Check your state or territory
Find a course that leads to a White Card
Check your state or territory regulator
For NSW, use SafeWork NSW’s White Card information. For Victoria, use WorkSafe Victoria. Confirm the rules with the regulator for your location before paying for a course advertised online.
Find an eligible RTO
Look for the unit CPCWHS1001, Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. Confirm the provider’s approval, the training format and how your card will be issued.
Check the enrolment requirements
Ask the provider what evidence of identity you need, what to bring and how the assessment works. If you’re unsure about the training language or accessibility, check before booking.
Complete your training and assessment
Follow the provider’s instructions for receiving your card or proof of training. Ask your employer what evidence they need and complete the induction for the actual site before starting.
What the induction teaches
Responsibilities and reporting
Learn basic work health and safety responsibilities and how to raise concerns, report hazards and respond when something goes wrong.
Recognising hazards
You’ll learn about common construction risks and how they can be controlled. Think about moving equipment, manual tasks and work at height.
Site information and emergencies
The training covers the kind of safety information workers need to find and follow. Your site induction should explain the local procedures and emergency arrangements.
Frequently asked questions
Can I do my White Card course online?
Training delivery rules depend on the jurisdiction. Check whether the regulator accepts the format and the provider. For Victoria, use an RTO approved by WorkSafe Victoria.
Do I need a new card if I move interstate?
A valid card issued in another Australian jurisdiction is generally recognised. Check the receiving regulator’s guidance if your card is older, has conditions or you’ve been out of construction for a long time.
Can I start a site job as soon as I have a White Card?
Your employer still needs to check any site induction, task-specific training and licences required for the job.
Official sources
Try free safety training before your White Card course
Start with a free Safety Courses lesson on a common site hazard. For your official White Card, book the recognised induction through an eligible RTO.