CPCWHS1001

Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Get your Construction Industry White Card with the CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. This nationally recognised short course is mandatory for anyone who routinely enters a construction site in Australia, including site managers, tradies, apprentices, surveyors, and labourers. During your studies, you will learn your WHS responsibilities and develop skills in hazard identification and risk control. The course covers: using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), understanding safety signs, reporting hazards, incident and emergency responses, interpreting safety documents, and more. Enquire now for the full list of White Card competencies and training providers near you that offer this short course.

Study mode Blended / On Campus / Traineeship / Online
Duration Half day - 4 days
Estimated fee* $29 - $500 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Nationally recognised training

VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.

Get job-ready

Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Estimated Fee* $29 - $500 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Career opportunities

The Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry 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...

Avg yearly income $54,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,548
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Find a course provider

Compare all providers for the Prepare To Work Safely In The Construction Industry available in your area to find the right fit for you.

MADEC
MADEC
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
Murray ACE Training Solutions
Murray ACE Training Solutions
On Campus
4 Days (Full-time)
The Management Edge
The Management Edge
Blended
1 Days (Full-time)
VERTO
VERTO
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne Polytechnic
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
South West TAFE
South West TAFE
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
RMIT University
RMIT University
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
South Coast Community College
South Coast Community College
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
ACE Community Colleges
ACE Community Colleges
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)
Riverina Community College
Riverina Community College
On Campus
1 Days (Full-time)

There are a total of 185 providers for this course. Find a provider in your area .