ADR - Driver Exam Information Note

Disclaimer: The information herein is provided for the convenience of persons involved in the transport of dangerous goods by road, in particular, safety advisers, consignors, carriers, drivers, and consignees. Inclusion of persons on this information note does not imply recognition or approval (unless otherwise stated) by the Health and Safety Authority, of the courses, services or information supplied by the said persons. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information/material contained in this information note, the Health and Safety Authority, its servants or agents assume no responsibility for and give no guarantees, undertakings or warranties concerning the accuracy, completeness or up to date nature of the information provided and do not accept any liability whatsoever arising from any errors or omissions.

Important notice for all examination candiates effective from 31st August 2009 

Introduction

REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING THE TRAINING OF THE VEHICLE CREW

Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)

The Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Regulations 2010 and Miscellaneous Provisions Regulations (S.I. No. 617 and 620 of 2010) were signed by the Minister at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment on 21st December 2010.

These Regulations apply to the carriage of dangerous goods by road in tanks, bulk, packages, including the packing, loading, filling and unloading of the dangerous goods in relation to their carriage.

In April 2002, The Health and Safety Authority became the competent authority for administering the examinations for the ADR Driver Training Certificate, required by drivers who transport dangerous goods by road, for all ADR Classes except Class 1 and 7.

In April 2007 the Health & Safety authority appointed the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport as the Examining Agent for ADR Driver training certificate examinations.

REQUIREMENTS CONCERNING THE TRAINING OF THE VEHICLE CREW

General requirements concerning the training of drivers

• Drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous goods must hold a certificate issued by the competent authority or by an organisation recognised by that authority (CILT) stating that they have participated in a training course and passed an examination on the particular requirements that have to be met during carriage of dangerous goods.
• Drivers of vehicles carrying dangerous goods must attend a basic training course.
• Training is be given in the form of a course approved by the competent authority.

ADR Driver Exam Dates