AF2

AF2 form Ireland: before construction begins.

AF2 is the construction-stage notice associated with work starting. It belongs beside PSCS records, contractor checks, RAMS review and pre-start safety coordination.

Official source

This PlanningBrief page is a practical guide. Verify the current legal and procedural position with the official source before acting.

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Quick facts

AF2 Form Ireland Guide

ItemPlanningBrief note
Who caresPSCS, main contractors, clients, safety consultants and project managers.
When to think about itBefore work starts, alongside mobilisation, contractor onboarding and site set-up.
Use withSite induction, RAMS register, contractor competency checks and training/card records.
PlanningBrief signalGranted permissions and commencement-ready records are where AF2-related searches cluster.

Pre-start file

  • PSCS details
  • Project location
  • Contractor list
  • Construction-stage plan
  • RAMS register
  • Induction process
  • Emergency arrangements

Internal links

  • Site induction checklist
  • RAMS template
  • Safe Pass
  • CSCS cards

Plain-English workflow

How to approach it

  1. 1Confirm the project is moving to construction
  2. 2Check PSCS and contractor details
  3. 3Prepare supporting safety records
  4. 4Submit/retain the notice through the official route
  5. 5Brief the site team

Download status

Template file in preparation

The page is live now for search and internal linking. The downloadable DOCX/PDF will be wired behind the email gate when the file is supplied.

Internal links

Related PlanningBrief pages

AF1 form Site induction RAMS Safe Pass