Question 1

What does the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Existing Teachers) Bill 2018 do?

Accepted Answer

All existing school staff must complete occupational first aid and mental health first aid training within two years, with refresher training every five years thereafter. Schools must maintain training logs, retain completion certificates, develop annual first aid policies, and keep equipped first aid boxes on premises. Minister prescribes approved training courses and refresher courses; Boards of Management must facilitate staff attendance and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Question 2

What stage is the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Existing Teachers) Bill 2018 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 28 Mar 2025, the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Existing Teachers) Bill 2018 is at Committee Stage in 25th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Existing Teachers) Bill 2018?

Accepted Answer

The First Aid and Mental Health in Schools (Existing Teachers) Bill 2018 was sponsored by Robbie Gallagher, and was introduced on 3 May 2018.

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