Construcciones Yamaro: White Card compliance back on the agenda for 2026

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White Card compliance back on the agenda for 2026
Workers and employers are being reminded that White Card certification is required before stepping onto any construction site. (Image: theevening/stock.adobe.com)

As construction sites reopen across Australia for the 2026 work year, checking White Card certification is vital for both workers and employers.

The start of the year is a key time for the industry to ensure compliance, refresh licences and maintain workforce readiness.

“January is when many employers conduct annual safety audits and onboarding for new workers,” said National White Card Courses director Samuel Bohr. “It’s also when we see expired licences and outdated certifications, but starting the year compliant isn’t just good practice; it’s essential for safety, productivity and legal compliance.”

The White Card is a mandatory credential for anyone entering a construction site in Australia. It demonstrates that a worker has completed the nationally recognised Work Health and Safety (WHS) training required by law.

Employers have a legal duty of care to ensure all workers are appropriately trained, with lapses in certification risking fines, project delays and restricted site access.

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Bohr said that with new projects and infrastructure developments scheduled across the country for 2026, ensuring employees and contractors hold valid White Cards is critical.

“This is particularly important for apprentices, labourers, contractors and supervisors entering the workforce for the first time or returning after the holiday period,” he said.

Many White Card courses can be completed in a single day and combine both practical and theoretical components, making them suitable for job seekers, career changers and returning workers.

“Short, accessible training allows workers to step confidently onto any site and ensures employers maintain a compliant, safe and productive workforce,” said Bohr. “Early completion of White Card training prevents project delays, protects workers and supports safer worksites nationwide.”

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