General Induction for Construction Work (White Card) - formerly known as Green Card
To work on a building site in Australia it is a requirement that everyone holds a current General Induction Card, also known as a 'White Card'. The White Card is now nationally recognised and valid for use on all construction sites in Australia.
On-Site Requirements:
Duration: 6hrs plus breaks
Pre-Requisites: 100 Points of ID. A comprehensive list of acceptable ID's will be provided on booking.
Who should do this course: People working or wanting to work in the construction industry.
Course Content:
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Emergencies and injury management
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OH&S Responsibilities at the workplace
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Identify, assess and control hazards
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Overview of industry legislation
Assessment: At the end of the course you are required to successfully complete a written assessment.
Outcome: On successful completion, participants receive a WorkCover NSW Statement of Training for General Induction which is valid for 30 days. The actual white card is issued and posted by WorkCover NSW usually within 30 days. In addition, participants also receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in Work Safely in the Construction Industry CPCCOHS1001A as part of CPC08 Construction, Plumbing & Services Integrated Framework training package. Both certificates issued same day!
Individual Requirements:
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- 100 Points of ID. A comprehensive list of acceptable ID's will be provided on booking.
Please note: As of 13th December, 2008 Proof of Age cards are no longer valid forms of photographic identification. All Proof of Age cards must be changed over to the NSW Photo Card available from the Roads and Traffic Authority of NSW.
