White Card - Construction Induction Card (CIC)

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Construction Induction Card (White Card) is a mandatory requirement for all workers on building and civil construction sites as well as owner builders.

In this White Card course, you will learn the basic principles of occupational health and safety requirements. Your White Card is issued by WorkSafe Victoria.

Without the Construction Induction Card, also known as a White Card, you can not seek employment in the construction industry in Victoria. It is a mandatory certification that allows you to work on construction sites throughout the state and indicates that you have completed the minimum training needed to safely work in the construction industry. You also need a White Card to work on your own home renovations.

TOPICS COVERED

• Verbally report construction hazards and risks
• Relay information to others
• Discuss OHS issues to others
• Understand safety signs and symbols
• Identify common construction hazards
• Understand the basic principles of risk management
• Understand emergency procedures

PRE-REQUISITES

• Ability to comprehend the English language

• A USI Number (Unique Student Identifier) Visit: www.usi.gov.au

• Safety footwear

DURATION

1 full day

TRAINING & ASSESSMENT

Two (2) assessments will be conducted at the completion of training – Knowledge assessment and practical demonstration.

LICENCES & CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion, participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment and a Construction Induction Card from WorkSafe Victoria.