Course Overview

The CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry course provides participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work safely in construction environments.

This course aligns with CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry from the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package. Participants will gain essential safety knowledge to meet Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws, Australian Standards, and industry best practices.

Successful completion of this course is a mandatory requirement for obtaining a White Card, which is required for anyone carrying out construction work in Queensland. This training aligns with the national unit of competency requirements for CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry and complies with Queensland-specific White Card regulations as enforced by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ).

This course is designed to comply with the Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations, ensuring participants meet the required competency standards for working safely in construction environments. Corrsafe is an approved provider for White Card training in Queensland, as required by WHSQ.

Who Should Enrol?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

✔️ Require a White Card to meet mandatory construction site entry requirements in Queensland.
✔️ Are new to the construction industry, including apprentices, trainees, and labourers.
✔️ Work as supervisors or site managers and are responsible for workplace safety.
✔️ Need to improve their understanding of construction site safety standards.

What You’ll Learn

The course covers the following key areas:

✅ Identifying construction hazards and implementing appropriate control measures.
✅ Understanding Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws, regulations, and responsibilities.
✅ Correct selection, use, and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
✅ Recognising and responding to workplace emergencies, including fire and first aid procedures.
✅ Understanding safe work practices, including working at heights, manual handling, and hazardous materials.
✅ Effective communication of safety procedures, including signage, reporting, and compliance requirements.

Prerequisites & Entry Requirements

🔹 Minimum Age: Participants must be 13 years or older.
🔹 Literacy & Numeracy: Basic English and numeracy skills are required to read safety signs, complete assessments, and follow workplace instructions.
🔹 Identification: Participants must provide 100 points of valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, Medicare card, financial institution card). Failure to provide valid identification may result in the participant being unable to complete the course. Special conditions apply for secondary school students.

⚠️ Important: WHSQ may require additional identity verification, such as proof of residential address, a secondary form of ID, or a statutory declaration in certain cases. Participants should check the latest ID requirements by visiting Workplace Health and Safety Queensland’s website or contacting them directly at 1300 362 128.

Course Duration

📆 Full Course: 6 hours (including theory and practical components).

Course Delivery Methods

📖 Face-to-Face Training: Conducted at our Corrsafe Training Facility or on-site at your workplace (conditions apply).

⚠️ Online training is NOT available for this course due to regulatory requirements in Queensland.

Assessment Methods

Assessment includes:

📖 Theory Assessment: Multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
🛠 Practical Demonstration: Hands-on application of safety procedures and PPE use.

Certificate & Outcome

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry, issued by Corrsafe RTO 40621.

As Corrsafe is an approved provider in Queensland, successful participants will be issued a Queensland White Card directly upon course completion, subject to meeting all assessment and ID requirements.

⚠️ Important: Queensland White Cards must be obtained through face-to-face training, as per WHSQ requirements.

Why Choose Us?

🏆 Corrsafe RTO 40621 is an industry-leading training provider with extensive experience in construction safety training.
🏆 Our trainers are highly qualified and bring real-world industry experience.
🏆 We offer flexible, workplace-specific training solutions, including on-site training for businesses.
🏆 Hands-on training ensures students develop practical, job-ready skills.

Enrolment Process

We make enrolling in our training courses simple and efficient. Follow the steps below to secure your place in the course.

1️⃣ Select your preferred training date from the options below.
2️⃣ Complete the online enrolment form.
3️⃣ Receive a confirmation email with all relevant course details.

📞 Phone: 07 47 852 850
📧 Email: admin@corrsafe.com.au