In Queensland, anyone carrying out construction work must hold a general construction induction training card, commonly called a white card. A registered training organisation (RTO) issues it, and the holder must keep it with them on site.[1][2]
Owner checklist
Use this before anyone starts work on a Queensland site.
- List everyone who will carry out construction work for you, including employees and subcontractors.
- Ask to see each person's card before their first day.
- Keep a note of the RTO's details and a copy of the card in your records.
- Accept cards issued in other states and territories. Queensland cards are accepted nationally too.
- Do not accept old NSW green cards. They are no longer valid, and the holder needs the training.
A card is not site instruction
The card shows general training in work health and safety laws, common site hazards and how to control risks. It does not replace instruction on your job. For high risk construction work, workers must also understand the hazards and controls in the SWMS.
Common questions
- What is the QLD White Card and what are its requirements?
- It is the general construction induction training card issued after the required training with an approved RTO. Queensland construction workers must hold the card and keep it with them on site. Check existing and interstate cards against the regulator's guidance before assigning the work.[1][2]
Official sources
Checked 16 October 2026. Rules can change; use these sources to check the requirements for your job.
Related guides
Job workflows for builders.
Put it to work on the next job
Fill in Leadhand's pre-start and sign-off templates on site and keep the completed forms on the job. Check your crew's construction induction cards before assigning the work.
See Leadhand forms and job records