Online training for transport regulatory compliance
Dangerous Goods Transport General Awareness Course
For those who need a familiarisation with dangerous goods transport regulations and an awareness of the duties that arise from them.
Product Overview
The Dangerous Goods Transport General Awareness Course provides a comprehensive introduction to the regulations governing the transport of dangerous goods. It is designed to raise awareness of key provisions covered in these regulations.
The course meets the awareness training requirements outlined in 1.3.1.2.1 of the IMDG Code, 1.3.2.1 of the ADR Agreement, and RID Regulations. Additionally, it highlights requirements in air transport regulations and the 49 CFR domestic dangerous goods regulations.
✅ Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Warehouse personnel
- Clerical staff & administrators
- Managers & customer service representatives
- Sales personnel
It is also beneficial for others who have limited direct involvement in dangerous goods shipping or transport activities but need a general appreciation of the regulations.
✅ Course Content
The course covers:
- Dangerous goods transport legislation
- Classification & identification
- Consignment & transport procedures
- Journey rules & operational considerations
- Emergency response
At the end of the course, participants will complete a final assessment to evaluate their understanding of the material. Upon successfully passing the assessment, they will be awarded a Course Completion Certificate, recognizing their achievement and compliance with dangerous goods awareness training requirements.
If you require in-depth training beyond general awareness, consider our function-specific courses for more specialised knowledge of the IMDG Code’s requirements.
This course is part of the Certified Det Norske Veritas Learning Programme.
Benefits
- Compliance – meets the awareness training requirements for IMDG
Code, ADR and RID and highlights requirements for air and 49 CFR. - Cost-effective – typically a fraction of expensive classroom time and less
disruptive than absence from work - Flexible learning – courses are taken at the student’s own pace or to a
timetable set by management. - Course management – administrator function to monitor and manage any
number of students in local, regional or global training programmes. Records
are maintained in the administrator system and can be made available to
employees and competent authorities. - Certificate – online test at the end of the course with a final course completion
certificate. - Safety – produced by dangerous goods transport specialists
- Efficiency – delivers consistent training standards across global operations,
especially relevant to corporate quality assurance programmes - Up to date – courses are updated in line with Amendment and Errata changes
- Customisation – courses can be customised to incorporate company specific procedures and policies.
