Garda Vetting
Garda Vetting Requirement – Tulla GAA
In accordance with the rules of the GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association, the following individuals involved with Tulla GAA are required to hold a current and valid Garda Vetting Certificate:
- Any person carrying out a role of responsibility with underage teams, including (but not limited to) coaching, managing, first aid, supervision or acting as a Children’s Officer
- Any person carrying out a role of responsibility with an adult team that includes any player under 18 years of age
- Referees officiating at underage games
- Anyone photographing or recording underage teams or activities
- Anyone organising activities or having responsibility for children or vulnerable adults
Young people aged 16 to 18 years may also apply for Garda Vetting. All Transition Year coaches, summer camp coaches and youth coaches involved with Tulla GAA must hold a current, valid Vetting Certificate.
The GAA Vetting Policy can be viewed on the official GAA website here. This also includes guidance on how to use your Foireann account.
How to Apply for Garda Vetting
Please note that Garda Vetting procedures were updated in August 2025.
Before applying for Garda Vetting, it is now mandatory to meet in person with a Tulla GAA Children’s Officer. At this meeting, applicants must bring original identification and proof of address documents so that ID validation can be completed. The Children’s Officer will also assist with completing the Garda Vetting application at this time.
To arrange an appointment with a Children’s Officer, please contact the club directly via the usual club communication channels or email childrensofficer.tulla.clare@gaa.ie .
Garda Vetting Renewal
Garda Vetting Certificates are valid for three years. Approximately three months before expiry, the certificate holder will receive an automatic email notification advising that renewal is required.
If you continue to carry out any of the roles listed above, you must apply for a new Garda Vetting Certificate as soon as possible. The renewal process is the same as applying for Garda Vetting for the first time.
The GAA Vetting Policy can be viewed on the official GAA website here. This also includes guidance on how to use your Foireann account.
How to Apply for Garda Vetting
Please note that Garda Vetting procedures were updated in August 2025.
Before applying for Garda Vetting, it is now mandatory to meet in person with a Tulla GAA Children’s Officer. At this meeting, applicants must bring original identification and proof of address documents so that ID validation can be completed. The Children’s Officer will also assist with completing the Garda Vetting application at this time.
To arrange an appointment with a Children’s Officer, please contact the club directly via the usual club communication channels or email childrensofficer.tulla.clare@gaa.ie .
Garda Vetting Renewal
Garda Vetting Certificates are valid for three years. Approximately three months before expiry, the certificate holder will receive an automatic email notification advising that renewal is required.
If you continue to carry out any of the roles listed above, you must apply for a new Garda Vetting Certificate as soon as possible. The renewal process is the same as applying for Garda Vetting for the first time.
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