TasTAFE
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry - Whitecard
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work requires that all construction workers undertaking activities on Australian worksites complete White Card training prior to undertaking construction work, in order to work safely and prevent injury or harm to self and others.
This one-day short course covers a broad range of topics including WHS, emergency procedures, risk management and construction hazards, and will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to adhere to workplace health and safety obligations, meet legislative requirements, and perform emergency procedures including evacuations and first aid response requirements.
Our experienced teaching team will also guide you in understanding basic risk control measures, and how to identify and report common building and construction hazards, as well as learning about WHS hierarchy of controls and how to correctly select and fit Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) used for construction work.
Delivery mode
TasTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 4A Bounty Street, Warrane
- 54A Alanvale Road, Newnham
- 41-43 Mooreville Road, Burnie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry - Whitecard will prepare you for the following roles.
Builders Labourer
A Builders Labourer carries out a range of jobs to assist on a building site. You might complete tasks such as digging holes, unloading equipment o...
Construction Labourer
A Construction Labourer works on a building site to assist builders and tradespeople to complete a construction project. Your job will vary dependi...
General Labourer
A General Labourer attends to manual labour tasks on a building or construction project. You might be involved with a large project and be part of...
Plasterer
A Plasterer installs and repairs plasterboard walls and ceilings. You’ll perform measurements, cut panels to size and place them in position. Plast...
About TasTAFE
TasTAFE is a not-for-profit government business that operates under the TasTAFE (Skills and Training Business) Act 2021.
It is the largest public provider of vocational education and training in Tasmania and is governed by a Board consisting of up to seven members appointed by the Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth.
