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White Card — ACT
Prepare to work safely in the construction industryCPCWHS1001 · Statement of AttainmentFor anyone doing construction work on a site — the construction induction card you need before you can start work. Classroom, live online class or self-paced online, depending on your state.
Issued by Edway Training (RTO 91401)
Nationally recognised1 day
White Card in the ACT runs as a live online class over Zoom.
The card every construction worker needs
You need a White Card before you can work on a construction site. It is the construction induction card the law requires. The course gives you the core work health and safety knowledge to work safely on site.
- What you'll learn
- Understand the work health and safety laws and your duties
- Spot common construction hazards
- Apply risk control measures
- Communicate and report safety issues on site
- Respond to incidents and emergencies
DurationAbout 6.5 hrs1 day, including breaks
DeliveryLive online (Zoom)A real-time class — join from anywhere in the ACT
AssessmentTrainer-ledCompleted within the course
CredentialWhite CardPrepare to work safely in the construction industryCPCWHS1001 · Statement of Attainment
RecognitionNationally recognisedAccepted on building sites in every state and territory
Before you book
A quick language check is part of enrolment. You'll need enough English to read, write and understand the course. After booking, you'll complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check in your student account. You need to pass it to do the course. Not sure? Try a practice check first. If you don't pass, you get a full refund minus the $30 administration fee.Try a practice check
What you'll need
A USI. A Unique Student Identifier.
Photo ID. A valid photo ID — shown when you arrive for an in-person class, or uploaded in your student account if you study online or by Zoom.
Your credential
1
Statement of Attainment
CPCWHS1001 · Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Emailed to you when you finish, and always available to download from your student account.
2
General Construction Induction Card (GCIC)
Issued by Access Canberra. It doesn't expire unless it's cancelled by the ACT WHS Commissioner.
Why do this course?
Getting your White Card opens up opportunities to work in roles like labourer, trades assistant and apprentice — every one of them needs this card before you start.
Required for
- Construction labourer
- Trades assistant
- Apprentice (construction trades)
Where your Statement of Attainment (CPCWHS1001) works
Everywhere in Australia. Your White Card covers you for work on building sites in every state or territory.
Site-specific inductions still apply, and the card stops being valid after 2 years out of the construction industry.
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How you'll train
Live online (Zoom)
A real-time, trainer-led class over Zoom. Join from anywhere and complete your assessment live.
PPE you'll need
You'll show it on camera in class. You need a hard hat, a hi-vis vest, ear protection and eye protection. During the Zoom class you must show yourself wearing them on camera. There's nothing separate to upload.
Study anywhere in the Australian Capital Territory
What happens after you book
- 1Check your emailYou'll get two emails: a confirmation with your session details, and a separate email to set up your student account. They usually arrive within a few minutes of booking, from no-reply@edway.edu.au.
- 2Set up your student accountFollow the link in your account email to log in and set up your account.
- 3Have your USI readyA Unique Student Identifier is required for this course. Get or find yours at usi.gov.au.
- 4Upload your photo IDUpload a valid photo ID in your student account. It's required for all nationally recognised training and confirms your identity for your certificate.
- 5Complete a short LLND checkIn your student account you complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check. You'll need enough English to take part and to pass it.
- 6We confirm your enrolmentOnce you've finished the LLND check, we confirm your enrolment by email. If there's a problem with your eligibility, we'll contact you directly before you start.
- 7Get ready for classDownload Zoom and test your camera and microphone. Have photo ID ready for an on-camera identity check. Your camera stays on during class.
Wondering about your credential? See What you'll receive.
Getting your construction induction card in hand
- 1Apply to Access CanberraApply for your General Construction Induction Card (GCIC) on the Access Canberra website. You have 60 days from finishing your course. You'll need your own ACT Digital Account.
- 2Upload and pay the feeUpload a digital copy of your Statement of Attainment. Then pay the application fee.
- 3Allow up to a monthAccess Canberra assesses your application, which takes up to a month. Once it's approved, your card is posted to you within 2 weeks.
- 4Start work while you waitYou can start construction work before your card arrives. Your application receipt and your Statement of Attainment are enough evidence on site.
Questions, answered
Is the White Card nationally recognised?
Yes. You receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001. A valid construction induction (White) card is recognised across Australia, so you don't need a separate local card to work interstate. Site-specific inductions still apply, and your card lapses after 2 years out of the construction industry.
How long does it take?
About 6.5 hours including breaks — one day, live online (Zoom).
Which states can I book?
You can book in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory. Working in Queensland? A nationally recognised construction induction card is recognised across Australia, so a card issued in another state lets you work on Queensland sites.
How does live online (Zoom) training work?
Live online training is a real-time, trainer-led class delivered over Zoom. You join a qualified trainer and complete your assessment live, just like an in-person class.
What do I need to enrol?
You'll need a valid photo ID and your Unique Student Identifier (USI). You'll also complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital check in your student account after booking. For in-person sessions, bring enclosed footwear.
How long does my White Card last?
There's generally no fixed expiry, but your card lapses if you're out of construction work for 2 or more years. A few states have their own validity rules. Pick your state to see the exact validity and who issues your card.
What jobs require a White Card?
Any work classed as construction work on an Australian site needs a current White Card — that covers construction labourers, trades assistants and apprentices across the construction trades, and traffic controllers working on construction sites. Traffic control needs its own traffic-control accreditation as well as your White Card — you need both.
Do I need a White Card for traffic control?
For traffic control on a construction site, yes — but the White Card on its own is not enough. Traffic control needs its own traffic-control accreditation as well, so you need both: our Traffic Controller (TC1) course takes a current White Card as a mandatory entry requirement, and you need your Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001 as the evidence — a plastic White Card is not accepted, and entry is refused without it.
How do I get my card in the Australian Capital Territory?
Edway Training (RTO 91401) issues your Statement of Attainment. After your training you apply to Access Canberra for your General Construction Induction Card (GCIC).
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