CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry, often referred to as the “White Card” course, is an essential qualification for individuals looking to work in the construction industry in Australia.
This unit of competency provides participants with the fundamental occupational health and safety knowledge required prior to commencing work on a construction site. The successful completion of this course is mandatory for anyone entering the construction industry to ensure they understand how to identify and manage hazards and risks.
- Work Health and Safety (WHS) Legislation: Understanding the basic principles of WHS laws and regulations applicable to the construction industry.
- Construction Hazards: Identifying common construction site hazards, including manual handling, working at heights, and exposure to hazardous materials.
- Risk Management: Learning methods to assess and control risks associated with construction work.
- Safety Equipment and PPE: Proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety equipment.
- Emergency Procedures: Knowing what to do in case of an emergency, including evacuation procedures and first aid.
- Communication and Reporting: Understanding the importance of communication and reporting safety issues on construction sites.
- Legislative Requirements: Overview of Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation.
- Hazard Identification: Recognizing common hazards in the construction industry.
- Risk Control: Strategies for managing and controlling risks.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Types of PPE and their correct usage.
- Safety Signage: Understanding various safety signs and symbols used on construction sites.
- Incident Reporting: Procedures for reporting hazards, incidents, and injuries.
- Emergency Procedures: Preparing for and responding to emergencies on site.
The assessment methods for this course typically include a combination of:
- Multiple-choice questions
- Short answer questions
- Practical demonstrations
- Duration: The course is typically delivered over one day (6-8 hours).
- Delivery: It can be completed through face-to-face classroom sessions or online training, depending on the training provider.
After completing this unit, individuals can pursue further training and qualifications in the construction industry, such as:
- Certificate III in Carpentry
- Certificate III in Concreting
- Certificate III in Plumbing
- Certificate III in Civil Construction
For face to face classes (not including RPL)
- Disposal tools free from IAMA
- Field trips may incur a cost to the Learner. (going to library or business places)
- Disposal Tools (notebooks and pens)
- Laptop supported from IAMA for practice and research
- Generally, there are no formal prerequisites for this course, but a basic level of literacy and numeracy is expected.
- Some providers may require a National Police Check or similar background check due to the nature of the work.
Graduates of this course can pursue various advanced roles in the community services sector, including:
- Case Manager
- Community Services Worker
- Program Coordinator
- Team Leader
- Family Support Worker
- Community Development Officer
- Social Welfare Worker
Read before click Please you have to read and fully understand the IAMA’S Student Handbook, Student Code of Induction and Fee and Refund policy; to be acknowledge about your rights and obligations with respect to access and equity, privacy, access to records, payments of fees and refunds, course cancellation and complaints and appeals.
Notice: please download Student Acknowledgement Declaration Form. It is mandatory to sign and upload this form at the last step before submitting where you upload your IDs and documents. Alternatively, please send to IAMA student support at students@imageAMA.nsw.edu.au and one of the IAMA admission team will upload it for you.
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