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How to get a white card in WA

Want to work in the Western Australian construction industry? One of the first things you’ll need is a WA white card. This certification proves that you understand the required workplace health and safety requirements to operate safely within the construction industry.

The white card WA is obtained by successfully completing the nationally-recognised training unit CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. Once this unit has been completed, you’ll be given a Statement of Attainment that allows you to work on construction sites anywhere throughout Australia.

In today’s guide, we’ll explain how to get a white card WA, and answer a number of frequently asked questions, including what is a white card, how long does it take to get a white card in WA, what is the easiest way to get a white card, do white cards expire in Western Australia, and how to find white card number WA online.

What is a white card WA?

A WA white card (also sometimes called a WA construction induction card) is a requirement for anyone wanting to work on a construction site in Western Australia. The training covers a number of safety areas, including safe work practices, workplace health and safety responsibilities, identifying workplace hazards and risks, emergency procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE). 

The white card WA is mandatory for a number of construction roles, including:

  • Tradespeople
  • Apprentices
  • Site supervisors
  • Construction labourers
  • Anyone regularly attending construction sites without site supervision. 

Once you obtain your white card, it is nationally recognised, which means it’s valid for use across all states and territories or Australia.

How to get a white card WA

The process for obtaining a WA white card is straightforward. Here are the basic steps of how it can be done:

Step 1: Choose an approved training provider 

Your white card WA must be completed from a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that’s approved to provide the CPCWHS1001 unit. In Western Australia, there are two options for your white card WA. One is to complete the white card WA online, and the other is to complete the white card through a face-to-face training course. A White Card WA Online course makes it easier for anyone living remotely who wishes to complete their white card training.

Step 2: Enrol in the WA white card course

Once you’ve chosen your course provider, you’ll typically need a valid photo ID such as a passport or driver’s licence, your Unique Student Identifier (USI), and (in the case of face-to-face training that includes an in-person assessment) PPE such as a hard hat and high-vis vest. If you’re unsure of what you may require for your WA white card course, contact the RTO you’ll be studying with.

Step 3: Complete your training

The WA white card course teaches essential safety knowledge that’s required for work on construction sites. Topics of the WA white card course typically include:

  • Identifying hazards and risk control
  • Relevant workplace safety laws
  • Tool and equipment safety
  • Reporting procedures
  • Correct use of personal protective equipment.

This course training will include both theory to learn and an assessment to make sure the material is understood.

Step 4: Complete the assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an assessment to complete, that may include:

  • A video and or audio assessment
  • A practical assessment
  • Short, written answers
  • Multiple-choice questions.

The assessment is designed to make sure you understand the safety principles covered in the WA white card training.

Step 5: Receive your certificate and WA white card

Once you have passed the course, you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment to show your employer that you’ve completed it (while waiting for your physical white card to arrive). Your white card will be mailed to you. A Statement of Attainment can be used to begin work while you wait for the physical white card to arrive.

How long does it take to get a white card in WA?

A white card course can typically be completed in 4 to 8 hours. If you choose to complete your WA white card in person, you may need to attend a full day of education, or two half days of study. The timing will be at the discretion of the course provider, with clearly outlined dates to attend.

A self-paced online white card WA course can generally be completed in around 6 hours, and at times that best suit your schedule. This is convenient for those with busy schedules or those who live remotely and don’t wish to commute into city hubs for their course. 

Many RTOs provide the Statement of Attainment within a day or two of course completion. Your physical white card should arrive within 5 to 10 business days.

What is the easiest way to get a white card?

A WA white card can be completed online. For many people, this method is easiest as it means the course can be completed from home (or wherever is most-convenient for the student), with study completed at the student’s own pace. With online white card study, travelling to a training centre isn’t required, and students can pause and resume their training as needed. 

In contrast, if you prefer hands-on learning or to be held accountable to complete your course in one or two sessions, face-to-face training could be preferential.

Do white cards expire in Western Australia?

A WA white card does not technically expire. However, if you do not work within the construction industry for two consecutive years, your white card will become invalid, and you will need to complete the training again to refresh your knowledge. If you’ve been out of the industry for two or more years, you will need to complete the white card WA course again.

How to find white card number WA online

If you forget your white card number, there are a few ways you can go about retrieving it.

Option 1: Check your Statement of Attainment

Your Statement of Attainment should show the training unit completed, the training provider you went through, and the white card details.

Option 2: Contact your training provider

Contact the RTO that issued your white card. Your RTO should be able to confirm your white card number, provide you with a digital copy of your certificate (potentially at a cost), and issue a replacement card if needed (at a cost).

Option 3: Check your USI training record

Your USI account records all nationally-recognised training you complete. Logging on to your USI account should reveal your completed training units, qualification records, and training provider details. 

How much does a white card cost in WA?

The price of a WA white card varies depending on the provider and delivery method chosen. Typically, an online WA white card course costs around $50 to $100, while an in-person WA white card course with face-to-face training typically costs between $100 to $150. Express Online Training offers the WA white card course for $55, and we’ll beat any competitor price by 10%. We also offer the option of paying for your white card course in 4 interest-free repayments with Afterpay.

Can you start work in the construction industry without the physical white card?

In most cases, you can begin working in the construction industry once you’ve completed your training and received your Statement of Attainment. The Statement of Attainment acts as temporary proof that you’ve completed the white card course. Ask your employer (or potential employer) if you’re able to work with a Statement of Attainment, while awaiting your physical card’s arrival. 

Why choose Express Online Training for your WA white card course?

Express Online Training offers the White Card WA Online. This course is valid for use in all states and territories of Australia. This course can be completed from anywhere that has an internet connection, and can be paused and resumed as needed (to accommodate busy schedules). Our course is built for mobile devices, and can be completed on computer, tablet, or mobile phone. You can switch between devices as needed, and complete the course in your own time. 

We have fully-qualified and locally-based support, available 7 days a week (including until late on weekdays). This means you can ask any questions you may have about the course and get answers. You don’t need to complete any Statutory Declaration forms, and there are no hidden costs. 

Obtaining a white card in Western Australia is an important step for anyone entering the construction industry. Fortunately, the process is pretty quick and simple. Most WA white card courses can be completed in just a few hours. There’s also the option of completing the WA white card online, for further versatility. 

Once you have your WA white card, you’ll legally be able to work on construction sites across the various states and territories of Australia. Having a white card also demonstrates that students understand the safety standard required in the construction industry. Express Online Training offers the White Card WA Online course that can be completed at your own pace. This course can be paused and resumed as needed, with study able to be completed between mobile phone, tablet, and computer.

Interested in beginning your career in the construction industry? Start your White Card WA Online study with Express Online Training today!

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