CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card)

Participants who pass the assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment acknowledged by the Australian Qualifications Framework. This accreditation is recognised across Australia. The Statement is issued by ModSkills+ Talented Training (RTO 45144).

CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry

• Identify relevant standards and legislation requirements
• Identify construction site hazards and control measures
• Communicate risks and hazards to superiors and workers on site
• Apply basic risk management principles and assessment of construction work
• Identify responsibilities and rights of workers and supervisors on site
• Safe work practices whilst working on construction sites
•  Emergency procedures
•  Appropriate dress standards
• Hazard assessment, risk, and control
• Work Health and Safety (WHS) plans and work method statement

• Reading and interpreting safety signs
• Locating key information for work, e.g. work instructions,
• Having a minimum standard of English
• writing legibly,
• asking questions to clarify and confirm instructions, and
• identifying and naming common uses of shapes, e.g. comparing use of shapes for road or danger signs

There are a few prerequisites that must be met:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Basic knowledge and understanding of English (written and verbal)
• Have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Provide three (3) matching original evidence of identity documents (see this link and read the “What types of evidence do I need to provide?” section above for details)
• please note that arriving without this ID will result in you being turned away from the course
• Arrive in suitable PPE: Safety boots, long pants and a high-vis shirt
• Complete the pre-course study and assessment questions

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)

• If English is your second language, you must advise us at the time of booking. Contact our Sales and Service Team on 07 3375 5822 to determine your eligibility to undertake this training. We will assist you in any way we can, but due to the demands of the assessment process, do not guarantee that every applicant will possess the level of LLN required for the assessment.
• You will require at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills. If you have any doubts, please let us know so we can assist you.
• The Regulator does not allow an interpreter to be used during the mandated formal assessment.

Pre-Course Study and Assessment