A White Card is proof that you have completed general construction induction training. It is a legal requirement for anyone who needs to enter or work on a construction site anywhere in Australia. Without one, you cannot legally set foot on a construction site. 

 

Anyone required to enter a construction site in Australia needs a White Card. This includes, but not limited to, tradies, apprentices, labourers, site support staff, delivery drivers, cleaners, and professionals such as architects, engineers, and surveyors who need site access. 

CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry is the nationally accredited unit of competency that underpins the White Card. Completing this unit is what qualifies you to be issued with a White Card. It is the same unit delivered by every registered training organisation across Australia, so your qualification is recognised on construction sites in every state and territory. 

Yes. All White Cards are nationally recognised and accepted on construction sites across every state and territory in Australia. 

All White Cards issued under the current national scheme are valid across every state and territory in Australia, including Queensland. If you completed your training in another state under the current CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry unit, your card is recognised here. If you hold a very old card issued under a previous state-based scheme before national harmonisation, you may need to check whether it is still accepted. Contact the Blue Dog Training team if you are unsure about your card's status. 

Queensland White Cards do not have an expiry date. However, if you have not carried out any construction work for more than two continuous years, WorkSafe QLD recommends completing a new White Card course to ensure your safety knowledge is current. 

The core unit of competency, CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry, is the same across Australia. However, Queensland has specific delivery and identity verification requirements that differ from some other states. In Queensland, the course must be completed face to face or via Virtual Classroom (Zoom) with a qualified trainer. Fully self-paced online delivery is not accepted in Queensland. 

You can complete your White Card training through Blue Dog Training at one of their training centres across South East Queensland, or via live virtual classroom from anywhere in Queensland. Once you successfully finish the course, Blue Dog Training will issue your Queensland White Card on behalf of WorkSafe QLD. 

The minimum course duration is 4.5 hours. Actual completion time may vary depending on your delivery method, class size, and assessment requirements. 

Pricing varies depending on your session type, delivery method, and location. Courses start from $89 for Queensland high school students with a valid student ID provided at enrolment. Weekday morning and virtual classroom sessions are the most popular options, starting from $99. 

Queensland residents must complete their White Card training face to face in a classroom or via a live virtual classroom (Zoom) with a qualified trainer. You cannot complete the course entirely at your own pace online as a Queensland resident. Note: there is a lot of outdated information online suggesting the course is available fully online. This changed in February 2019. 

Yes. Blue Dog Training offers live Virtual Classroom (Zoom) sessions delivered by a qualified trainer. You must have a stable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and your PPE on hand for the practical component. It is recommended to use a laptop or computer, and ideally two screens. 

The course covers health and safety legislative requirements for construction work, hazard identification and risk control measures, WHS communication and reporting processes, incident and emergency response, and the correct selection and fitting of personal protective equipment (PPE). 

Assessment includes written theory questions, verbal questions with your trainer, and a practical component where you demonstrate the correct fitting of PPE. All assessment is completed as part of the session on the day. 

Your White Card is a nationally recognised baseline qualification that allows you to enter any construction site in Australia. It is different from a site-specific induction, which is an additional briefing some sites require before you can start work. Your White Card does not replace a site induction, and a site induction does not replace your White Card. You may need both. 

Yes. Anyone required to enter a construction site in Australia needs a White Card, regardless of their role. This includes delivery drivers, cleaners, and other non-trade workers who need site access. 

Head to the Blue Dog Training website and select the Queensland White Card course. Choose your preferred session type, date, and location, then follow the three step booking form to secure your place. Once your booking is confirmed you will receive a confirmation email and SMS. You will then need to complete your enrolment details via the link provided. 

 

 

Payment is made at the time of booking online. We do not accept payment on the day and cash is not accepted. 

Payment is made online at the time of booking. Contact the Blue Dog Training team if you have questions about payment options. 

Yes. Once your booking is complete you will receive a confirmation email and SMS with your session details. You will also receive a separate link to complete your enrolment details. Check your junk folder if you do not receive these within a few minutes of booking. 

A few days in advance is usually safest to secure your preferred session. Same day booking may be available if seats remain in the session. Contact the Blue Dog Training team if you need an urgent booking. Please note that enrolments close one hour prior to the session start time. 

Same day booking may be possible if seats are still available in the session. Contact the Blue Dog Training team as early as possible to check availability.  Please note that enrolments close one hour prior to the session start time. 

Yes. Blue Dog Training offers both in-person and Virtual Classroom (Zoom) sessions on Saturdays. 

Session times vary across locations and delivery modes. Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend sessions are available across both in-person and Virtual Classroom (Zoom) formats. View available dates and times on the Blue Dog Training website when you book. 

Yes. Blue Dog Training offers group and on-site bookings for employers, contractors, and apprenticeship hosts across Queensland. Contact the team to discuss your requirements and available dates. 

Discounted pricing is available for Queensland high school students with a valid student ID provided at enrolment. Contact the Blue Dog Training team to discuss group pricing. 

Yes. Your employer can book and pay for your course directly through the Blue Dog Training website. Group and employer bookings are available. Contact the Blue Dog Training team to discuss your options. 

In some circumstances work-related training costs may be tax deductible. We recommend speaking with your accountant or visiting the ATO website at ato.gov.au to confirm whether this applies to your situation. 

Contact the Blue Dog Training team as early as possible if you need to change your booking. Details on rescheduling and cancellation conditions are available in the Blue Dog Training Student Handbook.

Blue Dog Training accepts students aged 13 and over, with discounted pricing available for high school students with a valid school ID

You must have a basic level of English language, literacy, and numeracy to successfully complete the course. You will be required to understand and answer both written and verbal questions throughout the session. 

You need a functional level of English to complete the course, as you will be required to understand written and verbal questions and communicate with your trainer throughout the session. If you are concerned about your English level, we encourage you to contact the Blue Dog Training team before booking so we can talk through your situation and help you decide if you are ready. 

A USI is a Unique Student Identifier. It is a personal reference number that creates a secure online record of all your nationally recognised training and qualifications in Australia. You must have a USI before you can complete the White Card course, as CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry is an accredited unit of competency and your results cannot be recorded without one. 

You will need your USI before you can complete your enrolment details after booking. If you do not have one yet, you can create yours for free at usi.gov.au in around five minutes. You will need a form of ID to verify your identity. We recommend sorting your USI before your session date so there are no delays on the day. 

Getting a USI is free and takes about five minutes. Head to usi.gov.au and follow the steps to create your account. You will need a form of ID such as a driver's licence, passport, or Medicare card to verify your identity. Once created, your USI stays with you for life and applies to all future accredited training. 

Yes. If you hold an eligible Student Visa and are physically located in Queensland at the time of training and assessment, you can complete the White Card course with Blue Dog Training under the same conditions as all other students. 

For most people, it is simple. You just need one of these current Queensland Transport and Main Roads documents:

• Driver licence
• Adult proof of age card
• Photo identification card
• Industry authority
• Marine licence indicator

If you do not have any of the above, you will need three documents from the list on the Blue Dog Training website. These must be originals, meaning no photos of documents and no photocopies.

Photos or screenshots of documents are not accepted. If you are using a digital licence, it must be open live in the Queensland Digital Licence app on the day, with a current refresh showing.

If your name has changed, bring a supporting document such as a marriage certificate or change of name certificate so your card can be issued in your current name.

If you are a secondary school student, a temporary overseas worker, a New Zealand citizen, or an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, there are alternative ID arrangements available. 

Yes. For enrolment purposes you can upload an image or PDF from your digital licence. On the day of your class, if presenting your Queensland Digital Licence to your trainer, it must be displayed directly from the app with a current refresh date showing. 

You will need your ID used dring the enrolment process and a personal device such as a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop with internet access. Part of your assessment is completed online, so having a charged device with you is essential. 

For a Virtual Classroom (Zoom) session you will need a laptop or computer (recommended over a phone or tablet), a stable internet connection, a working camera and microphone, and your PPE at your location. Having two screens available will make the session easier to follow. Your ID used during enrolment must also be ready to present on camera. 

For Virtual Classroom (Zoom) sessions, you will need to have your PPE with you at home or at your location. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and a hi-vis vest, jacket or shirt. The practical PPE assessment is completed on camera as part of the course, so you must have your gear ready on the day. 

Along with your ID used during enrolment, you will need a personal device such as a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop with internet access. For Virtual Classroom (Zoom) sessions, a laptop or computer is recommended, and having two screens available will make the session easier to follow. 

Blue Dog Training has centres at Arundel (Gold Coast), Milton (Brisbane), Ipswich, Logan/Browns Plains, Mango Hill (North Brisbane), and Mooloolaba (Sunshine Coast). All locations have parking available in the vicinity of the training centre. You can view addresses and directions on the Blue Dog Training website. 

Contact the Blue Dog Training team as soon as possible to advise and discuss your options. 

 You can still participate in the theory component of the course, however your White Card cannot be issued until your trainer has sighted your identification. Contact the Blue Dog Training team as soon as possible if you realise you have forgotten your ID so we can discuss your options. 

If you experience a connection issue during your Virtual Classroom (Zoom) session, contact the Blue Dog Training team as soon as possible. A stable internet connection is essential for virtual delivery, so we recommend testing your setup before your session date. 

The minimum course duration is 4.5 hours and all assessment must be completed on the day. You will need to remain for the full session to be issued with your White Card. 

 Your trainer will always provide feedback to support you if you are unsuccessful on your first attempt. You are permitted up to three attempts to successfully complete each assessment. If you are not successful after your third attempt, you may be required to re-enrol in the course. 

If you complete an in-person session, you will receive your White Card on the day upon successful completion. If you complete a Virtual Classroom (Zoom) session, your Statement of Attainment will be emailed to you that day and your physical White Card will follow by post. You can expect to receive it within two weeks, depending on your location and Australia Post delivery times. 

A Statement of Attainment is the official record issued by your RTO confirming you have successfully completed CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry. Blue Dog Training emails your Statement of Attainment the same day, after you complete the course. Keep it somewhere safe as it is proof of your qualification and can be used to obtain a replacement card if your White Card is ever lost or damaged. 

Yes. You can nominate a PO Box as your delivery address during enrolment. 

Yes. If you need someone else to receive your card, you will need to provide written authority for them to collect on your behalf. Contact the Blue Dog Training team to arrange this. 

Queensland White Cards and all replacement cards are sent via standard postage, which does not include tracking. If your card has not arrived within two weeks, contact the Blue Dog Training team. 

Yes. You are required to have your White Card available for inspection whenever you are on a construction site. Most sites will ask to sight it before you enter. Until your physical card arrives, your Statement of Attainment serves as proof that you have completed the course. 

Contact the Blue Dog Training team as soon as possible if your card arrives damaged or contains incorrect information. Do not discard your card as it will need to be returned to Blue Dog Training. 

Yes. Blue Dog Training can issue a replacement White Card if you completed your training with them, or if you trained with another Queensland RTO and hold a valid Statement of Attainment as evidence. The replacement cost is $44. Click here to request a replacement.

The old Queensland Construction Blue Card can no longer be replaced. You will need to complete a new White Card course (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry) to be issued with a current White Card. 

If you completed your training with another Queensland RTO, Blue Dog Training may be able to assist with a replacement provided you have your Statement of Attainment or USI VET Transcript as evidence. Contact the team directly to discuss your situation. 

 White Card training does not have a formal refresher course under the current national framework. However, if your card has become void due to more than two years of inactivity in the construction industry, you will need to complete the full CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry course again.Contact the Blue Dog Training team if you are unsure about your situation. 

Yes. Blue Dog Training is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 31193), registered with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). All training and qualifications issued are nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.