Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I fully agree with that. It is not mandatory to go through the book, but it is very much made clear that people should do so. Looking at the website, it is quite obvious that people should do this. Equally, when people begin the test, there is an option to take a tutorial before it commences. That tutorial shows people how to navigate and scroll through the test and the questions relating to it. This is a good decision. I should say that this is an alternative as opposed to being the only show in town. Currently, 30 test centres deliver the Safe Pass renewal programme. If that way works better for some people, then it is also available. What we are talking about is a different way of receiving certification. It is going to be the way of the future and extremely handy for people. It is being sought by industry. I have received good feedback on it. Undoubtedly, however, if people are going to do the online test, they need to read the booklet of questions and answers in preparation. It is available in the revision section. SOLAS has made this extremely clear, but I will be keeping a close eye on this and I am happy to keep in touch with the Deputy on this matter.

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