White Card WHS Legislation and Duties

Question 1

Under the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act, what is the main duty of a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU)?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the health and safety of workers so far as is reasonably practicable

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To pay all workers a site allowance

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To provide free transport to the site

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To inspect every tool once a year

Question 2

What does the White Card (CPCWHS1001) certify that you have completed?

Accepted Answer

General construction induction training

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A first aid certificate

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A high risk work licence

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An asbestos removal licence

Question 3

Which body regulates work health and safety in most Australian states and territories?

Accepted Answer

The state or territory WHS regulator (e.g. SafeWork)

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The local council

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The fire brigade

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The builder's insurer

Question 4

What is a worker's duty under WHS law while at work?

Accepted Answer

To take reasonable care for their own and others' safety and follow reasonable instructions

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To ignore site rules if running late

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To supervise the PCBU

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To write the safety policy

Question 5

Before any high risk construction work starts, what document must be prepared?

Accepted Answer

A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

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A timesheet

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A tax invoice

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A weather report

Question 6

What is the purpose of a site safety induction before you start work?

Accepted Answer

To inform you of site-specific hazards, rules and emergency procedures

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To collect your pay details

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To test your tools

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To sign you up to a union

Question 7

If you are asked to do a task you believe is unsafe, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Raise the concern with your supervisor and not carry out unsafe work

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Do it quickly to get it over with

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Swap the task with a mate

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Wait until the end of the day

Question 8

Who is responsible for consulting with workers about WHS matters that affect them?

Accepted Answer

The PCBU

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Only the workers themselves

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The client only

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Nobody — it is optional