Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 September 2013
802. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his plans to establish a register for oil technicians carrying out work here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37924/13]
View answerI assume that the Deputy is referring to proposals from the Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC) for a system of registration for oil technicians. My Department met with OFTEC to consider their proposals. Arising from this engagement, I am satisfied that the potential benefits of a recognised register of competent oil technicians merit further consideration by my Department. Various schemes under the remit of the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation assist industry trade associations to increase the professionalism of their members. I have asked my officials to consult the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation to consider the appropriateness of a system of registration for oil technicians and I await the outcome of those consultations.
