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Course overview
Dangerous
Goods by Air course is designed to
explain the minimum training requirements for professionals into the handling, packaging,
and transportation of dangerous goods by air. The course helps to identify
dangerous goods with proper classification, documentation, and safe handling
and compliance with ICAO/IATA regulations to prevent any health, safety, and
environmental hazards.
Through interactive sessions and case studies, attendees will gain insights into emergency response procedures and the necessary steps to take in case of an incident involving dangerous goods.
By the end of the course, participants will be well-prepared to comply with regulatory requirements, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of safety within their organizations when transporting hazardous materials by air.
What will I learn?
- 1. Define the meaning of dangerous goods by air.
- 2. Recall the legislation and regulations that govern dangerous goods.
- 3. Identify dangerous goods carried by passengers and crew.
- 4. Identify excepted and limited quantities of dangerous goods.
- 5. Identify equipment that is part of operational and airworthiness limitations.
- 6. Distinguish between the different classifications of dangerous goods.
- 7. Identify the meaning of subsidiary risks.
- 8. Identify packing groups and types of packaging.
- 9. Recall the types of labeling required for dangerous goods.
- 10. Identify the IATA Dangerous Goods List.
- 11. Recall the responsibilities of the shipper.
- 12. Recall the documentation required for shipping dangerous goods by air.
- 13. Identify the requirements for loading and shipping dangerous goods by air.
- 14. Recall the steps to take for handling damaged packages.
- 15. Identify emergency situations involving dangerous goods and how to respond to them.
- 16. Identify incidents involving dangerous goods and the procedures for reporting them.
Requirements
- Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic air cargo operations is helpful but not mandatory, as foundational concepts are covered in the course.
- Professionals involved in the transport, handling, and management of dangerous goods by air
- Employees of airlines, freight forwarders, and logistics companies who need to comply with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)
- Personnel involved in cargo acceptance, storage, and shipping of hazardous materials
- Safety and compliance officers within the aviation industry
FAQs
- 1. What is Dangerous Goods by Air training?
Dangerous Goods by Air training teaches the safe and compliant handling, packing, labelling, documentation and transportation of hazardous materials by air under applicable DGR requirements. - 2. Who should take a Dangerous Goods by Air course?
The course is useful for cargo and logistics personnel, freight forwarders, shippers, packers, warehouse staff and others involved in preparing or handling dangerous goods for air transport. - 3. What topics are covered in Dangerous Goods by Air training?
Training generally covers dangerous-goods classification, identification, packaging, marking and labelling, documentation, handling procedures, quantity limitations and applicable air-transport regulations. - 4. Is Dangerous Goods by Air training the same as IATA DGR training?
Dangerous Goods by Air training is commonly associated with IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), which provide detailed requirements for transporting dangerous goods safely by air. The exact certification depends on the course and training provider. - 5. What are the requirements to enrol in a Dangerous Goods by Air course?
Entry requirements depend on the specific course and job function. Candidates involved in air cargo, shipping, logistics or dangerous-goods handling can generally benefit from this training. - 6. What is the importance of Dangerous Goods by Air certification?
The training helps personnel understand their responsibilities when handling dangerous goods and follow the required procedures for safe and compliant air transportation. IATA states that training is required for personnel performing relevant dangerous-goods functions. - 7. How long is a Dangerous Goods by Air certificate valid?
Validity depends on the certification scheme and course. For IATA DGR training, recurrent training is required every 24 months for personnel covered by the applicable requirements. - 8. What documents are required for transporting dangerous goods by air?
Depending on the shipment, documentation can include a Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD), air waybill and other required shipping information. Correct documentation is an important part of DGR compliance. - 9. Can I take Dangerous Goods by Air training if I work in freight forwarding or cargo?
Yes. Dangerous-goods training is relevant to freight forwarders, cargo agents, shippers, packers, exporters and other personnel involved in preparing or processing dangerous-goods consignments. - 10. Is Dangerous Goods by Air training useful for international air-cargo jobs?
Yes. Knowledge of dangerous-goods regulations is relevant to international air-cargo operations because shipments must meet applicable safety, classification, packaging, marking, labelling and documentation requirements.
Curriculum for this course
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