The TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) Regulations require that anyone who handles, offers for transport, transports or imports dangerous goods must be adequately trained.
Handling Means:
Loading, unloading, packing or unpacking dangerous goods in a means of containment or transport for the purposes of, in the course of or following transportation, and includes storing them in the course of transportation.
Examples of a Person Handling Dangerous Goods:
- Cargo Handler
- Lift Truck Operator
- Dock Worker
- Loader/Unloader
- Receiver/Shipper
- Tow Motor Operator
- Freight Handler
- Warehouse Operator
- Shipper
Topics covered in our course:
- Introduction to the Act and Regulations
- Classification of restricted products (UN numbers and packaging groups)
- Responsibilities of the shipper, carrier and receiver of dangerous goods
- Documentation requirements for shipments
- Safety marks, labels and placards
- Exemptions under the Act
Participants receive a course overview booklet, a placarding guide, a wall certificate and a wallet certificate.