SOLAS Safe Pass
Safe Pass is a one-day safety awareness programme aimed at general construction workers, craft workers and ‘onsite’ security personnel in the construction industry.
Safe Pass programme is operated and managed by Solas. [www.solas.ie]
- WHAT IS SAFE PASS?
Safe Pass is a general duty on employers under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act (2005) for the provision of such information, instruction, training and supervision as is necessary to ensure so far as is reasonably practicable, the safety and health at work of their employees. Under the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (2006) construction regulations, Construction Safety card / safety awareness programmes applies to:
- (a) craft and general construction workers,
- (b) persons undertaking on-site security work, and
- (c) persons or classes of persons as may be prescribed by the Minister.
This course is for all construction site and local authority workers (including apprentices and trainees) to ensure that they have a fundamental knowledge of health and safety. The Health and Safety Authority in conjunction with the Construction Advisory Committee have produced a summary of the categories of persons to whom construction safety card does and does not apply.
This is a one-day safety awareness programme aimed at all who work on Construction sites. The aims of the programme are to:
- raise the standard of safety awareness in the construction industry
- ensure that all site personnel after completing the one-day awareness programme can make a positive contribution to the prevention of accidents and ill health while working on the site
- maintain a register of personnel who have received training
- provide participants with a registration card, indicating that the holder has attended a formal course in health and safety awareness
Requirements:
- 1 passport photo (available on the day for 6 euro)
- PPS No, also confirmation of PPS number
- valid ID (for example passport, driving license)
- good level of English language
- candidate must be at least 16 years of age
- Non refundable deposit paid 24h from the date of booking
- All participants of Safe Pass course must arrive at 7:50 am sharp. Delegates who arrive late will not be permitted to complete the course
Pre-payment is not refundable and it’s not exchangeable for another date.
Pre-payment will not be refunded in case:
- if the participant doesn’t have a valid PPS no
- if the participant is late more than 15 min for the course
- if the participant doesn’t have a sufficient level of English
- No fee returned to the client in the event that client does not attend on day of training and has not notified the service provider
All registration forms will be submitted to Solas within 24 hours. The delegate will be issued with a Safe Pass card by SOLAS in due course; assuming all information provided via the candidate application form is valid.
Safe Pass is valid for 4 years.
Additional Information for NON-IRISH based clients
Non-Irish Nationals, working on a main contract in the Republic of Ireland and employed by a subcontracting company, must provide additional documentation in order to apply for a the course. For contract employees who don't have PPS numbers it is possible to make an application for temporary process numbers which will allow them to participate in the course. The employer must be a non-Irish company and the contractor for whom employees perform work needs to be an Irish company (registered for Tax in Ireland).For these non-Irish PPSN holders the following documents are requested.
1. Headed Letter
We require the following details from the company on a Headed Letter:
- Person who is attending the course
- Employer
- Site Address
- Company working for
- Contact Details
2. Excel Sheet
- will be provided by training provider upon request
Those details MUST be submitted prior the course.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Safe Pass?
Safe Pass is a one-day safety awareness program administered by SOLAS, designed for general construction workers, craft workers, and on-site security personnel within the construction industry. The objectives of the program are:
- Enhancing safety awareness standards in the construction sector
- Ensuring that all site personnel, upon completion of the one-day awareness program, can actively contribute to accident and illness prevention while working on-site.
- Maintaining a register of trained personnel
- Issuing Safe Pass registration cards to participants, certifying their completion of a formal health and safety awareness course
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Who needs to undergo Safe Pass awareness training?
According to the Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013, Safe Pass Safety Awareness Programs are mandatory for:
- Craft and general construction workers.
- Individuals engaged in on-site security duties.
Individuals or specific categories as determined by the Minister
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Categories of personnel involved in construction projects for whom Safe Pass awareness training is compulsory include
- Craft Workers
- Apprentices
- General Construction Workers
- Working Chargehands
- On-site Security Workers
- Contractors' On-site Drivers
- Delivery Drivers on-site (e.g., concrete trucks)
- Students undergoing placement on-site.
- Temporary staff or students on construction sites
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Why is Safe Pass necessary?
Safe Pass is essential to educate workers about the hazards present on construction sites, ensuring they do not pose a risk to themselves or their colleagues.
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Non-National Candidates
In order to obtain a SOLAS Safe Pass process number, non-national candidates temporarily employed by subcontracting construction companies for a specific duration on a primary contract in the Republic of Ireland must furnish documented evidence alongside proof of their employment status and national security number from their home country. This process is applicable exclusively under these conditions.
Please fill in the STB Process Number Template which is attached to our e-mail. Please be sure to include the participant(s) non-Irish PPSN
Column:
A – Candidate’s Name
B – Candidate’s Surname
C – Date of Birth
D – Country of Origin
E – Social Security N\umber from the Participant’s country
F – Employer’s name (must be based outside of Ireland)
G – Employer’s address and email
H – Main Contractor’s name (Irish Company)
I – Main Contractor’s address and email
J – site location - Address in Ireland where the work will take place (if various sites, please pick one. This must be a specific location – not for example “Dublin”)
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Who pays for the Safe Pass course?
Typically, the employer covers the cost of the Safe Pass course. According to sections 10, 25, and 26 of the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005, employers are obligated to grant employees reasonable time off from their duties for awareness training, ensuring their health and safety, and without any reduction in pay. It is the employer's responsibility to ensure compliance with these provisions.
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How much is the Safe Pass course?
The fee for the Safe Pass course varies based on the language requirement.
- English - €170
- Romanian - €200
- Polish Dublin - €220 Cork- €230
- Other - €30
For further details regarding pricing, please feel free to contact us at
Email: info@irelandtt.com
Phone no. 0870930808 / 01 460 4829
We will be happy to provide you with more information.
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When will I get my Safe Pass card?
It may take up to three weeks after completing the Safe Pass course for the card to be posted.
On the day of the course, you will receive a letter enabling you to work for 15 working days until your physical card arrives.
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When do I need to renew my Safe Pass training?
Safe Pass training renewal is required every four years.
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What is the minimum age for Safe Pass Awareness Training?
The minimum age for Safe Pass Awareness Training is 16 years.
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Is there a minimum or maximum size class?
In accordance with SOLAS regulations, classes must consist of a minimum of 4 people and a maximum of 20 people for the course to proceed. It's important to note that these regulations are set by SOLAS not Ireland T&T.
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Replacement Safe Pass Cards - Lost Safe Pass Cards
If your Safe Pass Registration Card is lost, stolen, or damaged, you have the option to apply for a replacement at a cost of €32. To initiate the process, please complete the Online Replacement Card Form, attach a recent passport-quality photograph, and proceed with the online payment. Ensure that the photograph you submit is of high quality, as applications with low-quality photos may be rejected. Replacement cards are typically issued within two to three weeks upon receipt of the fully completed replacement form and correct payment.
Correspondence address:
SOLAS Safe Pass Registration Safe Pass Scheme Services To Business Block 1, Castleforbes House Castleforbes Road, Dublin 1 D01 A8N0
For further details and to access the online replacement form, please visit:
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What do I bring on the day of the course?
On the day of the course, please ensure you have the following:
- One current passport-size photograph (In our Dublin location this can be provided on the day at an additional cost of 6.00 euro. This photograph is required for the SOLAS Safe Pass card.
- Proof of Identification (ID): Examples include a driver's license, passport, or public service card (physical form not a copy)
- An Irish PPS number (for participants residing in Ireland only), as mandated by SOLAS.
- A process number (for participants residing outside of Ireland without an Irish PPS number). This number can be obtained from SOLAS before the course begins, as per SOLAS requirements.
- Payment or proof of payment.
- The course is conducted in English unless arrangements have been made otherwise (all participants should have a proficient understanding of the English language).
- Participants should inform us of any special needs at the time of booking the course.
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How long does the Safe Pass course last?
The SOLAS Safe Pass course spans one full day of training, during which successful participants will receive their SOLAS Safe Pass card. The course is scheduled from 8 am to 5 pm, and attendees are kindly asked to arrive at the venue 15 minutes prior to the start time.
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Can I fail the Safe Pass course?
Yes, you can fail the exam.
The SOLAS Safe Pass course is highly esteemed, and obtaining the certification requires demonstrating comprehension of the course material. While it is possible to fail, our instructors are adept at assisting individuals who may face challenges. With their expertise, they can guide attendees through the course successfully. By approaching the course with a willingness to learn, attendees are likely to attain their Safe Pass qualification.
If you do fail, a full fee of the course apply. You could rebook the course on the another date, we offer a 50 euro off the retail price.
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Alternative Safepass Renewal
The new Safepass renewal test is designed to allow those who have previously completed the classroom-based programme, to renew their Safepass card by completing a computer-based test in an approved Pearson VUE test centre.
For more information, and to create your online SOLAS account for the Safepass Renewal please visit Safe Pass Information - My SafePass (constructioncourses.ie)
How to book the course?
https://www.constructioncourses.ie/
