CPCWHS1001
Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry (WA)
- Nationally Recognised Certificate
- Fast Certificate Turnaround
- Experienced and Certified Instructors
- Flexible Learning Options
- Industry Validated

Course Description
In Australia, workers involved in construction work must complete general construction induction training (commonly known as the “White Card”) before commencing work on a construction site.
This Western Australian course reflects the state’s work health and safety legislation and WorkSafe WA guidance, helping students develop practical safety knowledge relevant to construction work across WA.
The unit provides the knowledge and skills required to work safely and prevent injury or harm to themselves and others. It covers identifying and orally reporting common construction hazards, understanding basic risk controls, responding to potential incidents and emergencies, and correctly selecting and fitting common personal protective equipment (PPE).
This training does not replace site-specific or task-specific instruction, training or supervision. Workers are expected to complete a site-specific induction before commencing construction work on a job site.
Units Delivered
The following units will be included in your certificate:
CPCWHS1001
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Additional Information
Course Delivery
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
Course Durations
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Be at least 14 years of age.
- Western Australian evidence of identity and location requirements:
- The student must be physically located in Western Australia when the assessment is completed. Western Australian residency is not required.
- The student must present original evidence showing that they are located in Western Australia. Accepted evidence is listed in the WA Evidence of Identity Requirements document.
- If the selected evidence does not include the student’s photograph, a separate current photo identification document showing their full name and photograph must also be sighted.
- If the student cannot provide suitable photo identification, the trainer must contact the Allens Training White Card Department before training commences. Alternative evidence must not be accepted unless approved by Allens Training.
- The name shown on the identification must match the student’s enrolment details.
- The student must provide a Western Australian postal address for delivery of the Construction Induction Training card.
- The trainer must complete the Type of Identity Documents Sighted checklist before the assessment is completed.
- Have the physical capacity to correctly fit and remove the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
- Learning: Follow instructions and ask questions to make sure I understand safety procedures
- Reading: Read short safety signs, labels, and simple written information about workplace hazards.
- Writing: Fill out basic forms and write simple information.
- Oral communication: Listen to information about safety and speak clearly to share ideas or ask for help.
- Numeracy: Understand simple numbers and measurements used in safety information.
- Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources
This course MUST be delivered in Western Australia only. Students undertaking this course must be a resident of the state in which the course is being undertaken.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written, oral, and practical assessment tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry - Not applicable
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
Assessment Activities
Performance tasks and practical scenarios:
- Simulated Scenario – Prepare for Work
- Simulated Scenario – Hazard Identification and Risk Control
- Simulated Scenario – Respond to an Incident
Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:
- Form – Take 5 Hazard Identification Form
Theory assessment
- A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice questions
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