Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2012
186 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills the amount paid by the Exchequer in respect of Safe Pass courses per annum; if he is satisfied that the delivery of these courses is meeting the standards required and represents value for money; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5208/12]
View answerThe Safe Pass programme administration, monitoring and tutor training are based on a self -financing model. The income from the production of the Safe Pass card is set against the activities required to administer the system and the system is therefore cost neutral.
Safe Pass Courses are developed and reviewed in conjunction with employers and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the content is up-to-date and keeps abreast of changes in safety legislation, developing best practice in safe behaviour on site, and the changing profile of the workforce in the construction industry. FÁS also carries out monitoring of privately provided courses to ensure that the courses meet industry standards.
