White card

Construction workers in the Northern Territory are required to undertake general construction induction training (GCIT) delivered by an approved registered training organisation (RTO). Workers, who complete GCIT in the Northern Territory, will be issued a ‘NT white card’ as proof of their training.

Upon successful completion of GCIT, participants must apply to the Territory Business Centre (TBC) for the issue of a Northern Territory General Construction Induction Training Card (White Card). Applications must be lodged within 60 days of completing the training.

The White Card serves as evidence that the holder has successfully completed GCIT. A worker carrying out construction work must keep their NT white card available for inspection while undertaking construction work.

Applications for GCIT cards can be submitted using the ‘'Application for a NT general construction induction training card'’ form. You can lodge your application in person, by email, or by post at any Territory Business Centre, or you may choose to submit it online.

RTOs may apply to NT WorkSafe for approval to deliver GCIT in the Northern Territory.

To be eligible for approval, a RTO must have the following unit of competency on scope:

• CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.

RTOs seeking approval to deliver GCIT in the Northern Territory must complete the form ‘Application to deliver course general construction induction training’.​​

The WHS Legislation does not require existing White Card holders to complete further training when training packages requirements are updated. However, a person may be required to be undertake GCIT again if they have not carried out construction work in the preceding 2 years.

Digital white cards

Digital white cards were introduced in the Northern Territory on 1 June 2022.

Construction workers can request a digital white card when applying for a new or replacement physical card. This digital card can be stored in a smartphone wallet, such as Apple Wallet or Google Pay, and presented for verification by employers, union officials and various inspectors using a QR code.

Workers are encouraged to continue carrying their physical white card, as digital cards may not be accessible or verifiable at all worksites, particularly where mobile phones are prohibited or internet connectivity is unavailable.