Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Transportation of Dangerous Goods - Compliance with IATA and IMO Regulations

Why Should You take This Transportation of Dangerous Goods - Compliance with IATA and IMO Regulations course?

This course provides an in-depth look at the regulations governing shipments by sea and air under IMO (International Maritime Organization) and IATA (International Air Transport Association) regulations. It focuses on the differences between domestic and international regulations and covers any regulatory changes or additions that have occurred in the past two years. 

During this class you will participate in hands-on exercises that will give you the opportunity to practice preparing goods for shipment using the IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) Code and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. These practical exercises demonstrate how to classify a material as a dangerous good; how to interpret information from the dangerous goods lists; packaging, marking, and labeling; and shipping paper requirements for shipping dangerous goods internationally.    

Please Note:  IATA requires initial training and recurrent training every two years. Per competent authority reference, IMO requires initial training and recurrent training every three years in the U.S. This course meets both initial and recurrent training requirements. 

The Following Topics Will Be Covered in Detail:

• Introduction to the IATA DGR and IMDG Code
• How to Classify and Prepare Dangerous Goods for Shipment
• Essential Steps to Take for Compliance with IATA and IMO Regulations
• How to Prepare Shipping Papers
• Packaging, Marking, and Labeling
• Packing Transport Units for Vessel Shipment
• How to Use State and Operator Variations for Air Shipments
• Emergency Response
• How to Comply with DOT Requirements for International Shipments
• The Latest Changes in the 2013 IATA DGR and 2012 IMDG Code
• FAA and Coast Guard Violations

Course Handbook:  The course handbook, Transportation of Dangerous Goods: Compliance with IATA and IMO Regulations, is a comprehensive reference and guide that includes excerpts to help you use the IMDG Code and the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. The IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, 57^th Edition is also included with your course materials.