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White Card — Sydney
Prepare to work safely in the construction industryCPCWHS1001 · Statement of AttainmentFor anyone doing construction work on a site — the construction induction card you need before you can start work.
Issued by Training Aid Australia (RTO 91411)
Nationally recognised1 day
White Card in Sydney runs at Seven Hills and Darlinghurst.
The card every construction worker needs
You need a White Card before you can work on a construction site. It is the construction induction card the law requires. The course gives you the core work health and safety knowledge to work safely on site.
- What you'll learn
- Understand the work health and safety laws and your duties
- Spot common construction hazards
- Apply risk control measures
- Communicate and report safety issues on site
- Respond to incidents and emergencies
Duration6.5 hrs1 day — breaks are extra
DeliveryIn person or live onlineClasses at Seven Hills or Darlinghurst, or join via Zoom from anywhere in NSW
AssessmentTrainer-ledCompleted within the course
CredentialWhite CardPrepare to work safely in the construction industryCPCWHS1001 · Statement of Attainment
RecognitionNationally recognisedAccepted on building sites in every state and territory
Before you book
A quick language check is part of enrolment. You'll need enough English to read, write and understand the course. After booking, you'll complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check in your student account. You need to pass it to do the course. Not sure? Try a practice check first. If you don't pass, you get a full refund minus the $30 administration fee.Try a practice check
What you'll need
A USI. A Unique Student Identifier.
Photo ID. A valid photo ID — shown when you arrive for an in-person class, or uploaded in your student account if you study online or by Zoom.
On the day, you'll also show 100 points of ID — original documents only, no photocopies.SafeWork NSW evidence of identity requirements (PDF)
Arrived in Australia less than six weeks ago? Special rules apply: your passport plus one supporting document (a driver's licence, or a bank card or statement) counts instead — as long as you can show you arrived within the last six weeks.
Your credential
1
SafeWork NSW Statement of Training
CPCWHS1001 · Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Your trainer gives you this the day you pass (valid 60 days), so you can start work while your White Card is on its way.
2
SafeWork NSW White Card
Posted to you, usually within about 30 days. It doesn't expire, but it stops being valid if you're out of construction work for 2 years or more.
Why do this course?
Getting your White Card opens up opportunities to work in roles like labourer, trades assistant and apprentice — every one of them needs this card before you start.
Required for
- Construction labourer
- Trades assistant
- Apprentice (construction trades)
Where your SafeWork NSW Statement of Training works
Everywhere in Australia. Your White Card covers you for work on building sites in every state or territory.
Site-specific inductions still apply, and the card stops being valid after 2 years out of the construction industry.
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Choose how you train
In person
A one-day class with a qualified trainer at one of our venues. 6.5 hours of training, plus breaks.
Live online (Zoom)
A real-time, trainer-led class over Zoom — join from anywhere in NSW and complete your assessment live.
PPE you'll need
You'll show it on camera in class. You need a hard hat, a hi-vis vest, ear protection and eye protection. During the Zoom class you must show yourself wearing them on camera. There's nothing separate to upload.
Where you'll train in New South Wales
Seven Hills · Sydney
Unit 34, 195 Prospect Hwy, Seven Hills NSW 2147
Unit 34 in the Prospect Highway complex. The training rooms are up a staircase, and there is no lift.
Venue details
Accessibility
We have a ground-floor training room available for participants who require wheelchair access or have difficulty using stairs. Its availability may depend on participant numbers, so please notify us of any accessibility requirements when booking.
Getting there
Seven Hills Station and the bus interchange are nearby. Use the Transport for NSW Trip Planner for the best current service and accessible-travel information.
Transport for NSW Trip Planner →Parking
There is no customer parking on site. Limited public parking may be available nearby, including the small Blacktown Council Car Park 72 on Hope Street. Parking limits and availability vary, so check all signs. Allow extra time to park and walk to the venue.
Finding the entrance
Look for Unit 34 and the Edway/Training Aid signage. The entrance leads to a staircase up to the training rooms.
Food and coffee options are available nearby.
Darlinghurst · Sydney
Ground Floor, 155–159 William St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
A street-level shopfront on William Street, near Kings Cross Station. There is one entrance, with a step at the door.
Venue details
Accessibility
The entrance has one step through a standard-width door. There is no alternative entrance.
Getting there
The venue is close to Kings Cross Station, and buses stop nearby on William Street. Use the Transport for NSW Trip Planner for the best current service and accessible-travel information.
Transport for NSW Trip Planner →Parking
There is no customer parking on site. Paid parking is available nearby at Wilson Parking and at Secure Parking in Kings Cross. Limited metered street parking may be available. Always check the signs. Parking availability, hours and fees can change, so check the operator's website before travelling.
Finding the entrance
Enter directly from William Street through the shopfront branded Edway and Training Aid. There is one public entrance.
Cafés and food options are available nearby.
What happens after you book
- 1Check your emailYou'll get two emails: a confirmation showing your venue, date and time, and a separate email to set up your student account. They usually arrive within a few minutes of booking, from no_reply@trainingaid.com.au.
- 2Set up your student accountFollow the link in your account email to log in and set up your account.
- 3Have your USI readyA Unique Student Identifier is required for this course. Get or find yours at usi.gov.au.
- 4Complete a short LLND checkIn your student account you complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) check. You'll need enough English to take part and to pass it.
- 5We confirm your enrolmentOnce you've finished the LLND check, we confirm your enrolment by email. If there's a problem with your eligibility, we'll contact you directly before you start.
- 6On the dayBring original documents totalling 100 points of ID — for example a passport plus a driver licence — and enclosed footwear, and arrive 15 minutes early. Your trainer checks your originals before the class starts; if you can't reach 100 points, call us before you book. You complete your assessment in class.
Wondering about your credential? See What you'll receive.
Getting your White Card in hand
- 1Start work straight awayYour trainer gives you a SafeWork NSW Statement of Training when you pass — on the day in person, or within 3 days for Zoom. It covers you on site for 60 days while your card is on its way.
- 2No application neededAfter you finish, your details are submitted to SafeWork NSW for you — there's no form or fee on your side.
- 3Your card is posted to youSafeWork NSW posts your White Card, usually within 30 days. Your nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001 arrives within 30 days too.
- 4If your card hasn't arrivedCall SafeWork NSW on 13 10 50.
Questions, answered
Is the White Card nationally recognised?
Yes. You receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001. A valid construction induction (White) card is recognised across Australia, so you don't need a separate local card to work interstate. Site-specific inductions still apply, and your card lapses after 2 years out of the construction industry.
How long does it take?
6.5 hours of training, plus breaks — one day, in person or live online (Zoom).
Which states can I book?
You can book in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory. Working in Queensland? A nationally recognised construction induction card is recognised across Australia, so a card issued in another state lets you work on Queensland sites.
What do I need to enrol?
You'll need a valid photo ID and your Unique Student Identifier (USI). You'll also complete a short language, literacy, numeracy and digital check in your student account after booking. For in-person sessions, bring enclosed footwear.
How long does my White Card last?
There's generally no fixed expiry, but your card lapses if you're out of construction work for 2 or more years. A few states have their own validity rules. Pick your state to see the exact validity and who issues your card.
What jobs require a White Card?
Any work classed as construction work on an Australian site needs a current White Card — that covers construction labourers, trades assistants and apprentices across the construction trades, and traffic controllers working on construction sites. Traffic control needs its own traffic-control accreditation as well as your White Card — you need both.
Do I need a White Card for traffic control?
For traffic control on a construction site, yes — but the White Card on its own is not enough. Traffic control needs its own traffic-control accreditation as well, so you need both: our Traffic Controller (TC1) course takes a current White Card as a mandatory entry requirement, and you need your Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001 as the evidence — a plastic White Card is not accepted, and entry is refused without it.
When do I get my White Card in New South Wales?
Your trainer gives you a SafeWork NSW Statement of Training when you pass — on the day for in-person classes, within 3 days for Zoom. You can start work straight away: your Statement of Training covers you for 60 days while SafeWork NSW processes your White Card. The card is usually posted to you within 30 days. You'll also receive your nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001 from Training Aid Australia (RTO 91411) within 30 days.
What ID do I need for the NSW White Card?
You need 100 points of ID — for example a passport (70 points) plus a driver licence (40 points). Your trainer checks your original documents before the class starts. You must also be at least 14 years old.
Ready to get your White Card?
Pick your state, choose a session that suits you, and book online in minutes.
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