Safe Pass Information

If you have not completed Safe Pass training before, you must sit the one day Tutor Led Programme

The Safe Pass Programme is delivered by SOLAS Approved Training Organisations and tutors. To find a course Click here.

Safe Pass is a one-day health and safety awareness programme. The aim of the programme is to improve your knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards and practices in the construction industry. During the day, you’ll cover the following learning units:

Introduction of Site Safety
Legislation and Site Safety
Site Accident Reporting
Introduction to Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment for Electricity
Risk Assessment for Excavations
Risk Assessment for Heights
Behaviour-Based Safety
Site Safety and Construction Equipment
Site Safety and Construction Vehicles
Personal Health and Welfare
Noise and Vibration
Personal Protective Equipment

Your tutor will charge a fee for participating in the Safe Pass Programme. The fee covers the cost of the training programme and a charge for the administration of the SOLAS Safe Pass Registration Card.

When you complete the programme, your tutor will upload your results to the National Construction Schemes Database. Your Safe Pass Registration Card will be issued to your tutor about five working days after they upload your information to the system. If there are any errors or queries about the information provided by your tutor, your Safe Pass Registration Card could be delayed.

Safe Pass Registration Cards are valid for four years.

The alternative 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.
The test is 45 minutes long. There are 50 multiple choice questions in total, and you must answer 45 questions correctly to pass the test. You will receive a printout of your results on the day.
You can choose to renew your card by attending the classroom-based programme with a SOLAS approved Safe Pass Tutor. Search for a classroom-based programme here.

How to Get Started

How to Register Guide

To get started you must register for a SOLAS online account. Your information will be verified against the SOLAS National Construction Schemes Database. Once your information has been verified you will be asked to create a password. Click here to Register.
Once you have created your account you can log in at any time. You will have access to various revision material, your test booking information and when you have completed your test you will be able to access your results on an ongoing basis.

How to Book/Cancel/Reschedule Your Test

How to Book a Test
How to Re-schedule or Cancel Your test

To book your assessment, log into your account and follow the onscreen instructions. You will be re-directed to the Pearson VUE booking page where you will be able to:

select a test centre that is convenient for you
book your test at a time that suits you
make an online payment for the test and registration card using either a credit card or a voucher from your employer.

Reschedule Policy; You can reschedule your test up to 48 hours prior to your appointment. Failure to reschedule in time or failure to appear for your appointment will result in the forfeiture of your test fee.

Cancellation Policy; You can cancel your test up to 48 hours prior to your appointment. Failure to cancel in time or failure to appear for your appointment will result in the forfeiture of your test fee.

Refunds

If you fail your test and choose not to book a re-test with Pearson VUE, you can apply for a refund of the Card/Processing fee of €64 by logging into your SOLAS online account and following the onscreen instructions.
If you choose not to sit the test and cancel your test more than 48 hours prior to your appointment, you will automatically receive a full refund.

Preparing for your Test

As this is self-directed learning you are strongly advised to study the revision material before attempting the test. You will also have the full book of 500 questions and answers to study. This material is available in the Revision Material tab in your SOLAS online account.
You can test your knowledge by taking mock tests on Safepassrevision.ie.
For a tutorial and to see what your live test will look like please see: Sample Test.

What happens on the day of the Test?

What to expect when testing with Pearson VUE - YouTube

We ask that you arrive at the test centre 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. This will give you adequate time to complete the necessary sign-in procedures. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late for your appointment, you may be refused admission and the test fees will be forfeited. 
When you arrive at the test centre they will verify your identity and take you through some security procedures. You will need to bring a valid: Passport, Drivers Licence or Public Services Card.
Your photo will be taken at the test centre and this is the photo that will be used on your new Safepass card. You will need to provide your current address as this is where your card will be posted. You will only receive a card if you pass the test. You can re-sit the test at a reduced cost if you do not pass it on your first attempt.

Vouchers

Employers wishing to purchase vouchers for their employees can do so through the Pearson VUE voucher store. Click here to purchase vouchers. You will receive the voucher(s) via email directly from Pearson VUE. You can then email the voucher(s) to your employee(s) and they can use the voucher(s) to pay when booking their assessment.

Contact Details

If you have any issues or queries around booking a test visit PearsonVue Customer Service

Telephone – Ireland (freephone): 1-800-800739 or
Email - safepasscustomersupport@pearson.com.

If you have any queries relating to the purchase of vouchers
email pearsonvuevoucherstore@pearson.com or telephone +44 (0) 161 855 7455.

If you have any issues registering for your SOLAS online account email sprenewals@solas.ie.