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Dangerous Goods Regulations Function in Table 4.1.B Course Description

This training is for personnel preparing dangerous goods consignments for transport (Personnel classifying dangerous goods for transport is provided simultaneously) – “Shippers & Packers” including operator’s staff acting as shippers, operator’s staff preparing dangerous goods as Company Materials (COMAT) and staff of freight forwarders acting on behalf of the Shipper.

Course Objectives

To provide participants with a thorough understanding of how dangerous goods are shipped safely by air commensurate with their responsibilities.

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    Exam & Certificate

    • An IATA + GCAA Certificate is awarded upon successful.

    • Completion of the course and an assessment. (Passing 80%).

    Prerequisite

    • Working knowledge of English language (Read, Write, Speak)

    • Basic concepts of mathematics

    Course Content

    1) Understanding the basics of dangerous goods

    • Recognizing dangerous goods applicability

    • Understanding the general limitations

    • Identifying roles and responsibilities

    • Understanding the importance of classification & packaging

    • Understanding hazard communication

    • Familiarizing with basic Emergency Response

    2) Classifying dangerous goods

    • Evaluate a substance or an article against the classification criteria

    • Determine dangerous goods description

    • Review special provisions

    3) Preparing dangerous goods shipment

    • Assess packing options including quantity limitations

    • Apply packing requirements

    • Apply marks and labels

    • Assess use of overpack

    • Prepare documentation

    4) Collecting safety data

    • Report dangerous goods accidents

    • Report dangerous goods incidents

    • Report undeclared/mis-declared dangerous goods

    • Report dangerous goods occurrences

    Duration: 3 Days (21 hours)