Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 January 2018
401. Deputy Kevin O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1116 of 16 January 2018, his views on whether the actions of the Health and Safety Authority and of the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council are unnecessarily disingenuous towards first aid response course instructors (details supplied). [4167/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraI have been assured that the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) is committed to improving its services for all stakeholders. In that regard I am advised that an online portal has been developed for applicants seeking Recognised Institution status and this will significantly aid in the communication and interactions between PHECC and prospective applicants.
I understand that PHECC anticipates that this online portal will be launched by early March. A communication strategy to inform all interested parties, including sole traders currently providing Occupational First Aid courses, is currently being devised. Information sessions will be held throughout the country to ensure that individuals and organisations have the opportunity to learn more about PHECC, its processes and policies relating to the provision of education and training courses as per its standards.
