What is hazardous training?
US DOT and OSHA both require training for employees who handle hazardous chemicals. For hazmat shippers, US DOT’s 49 CFR regulations require hazmat training to cover five distinct topics defined in 49 CFR 172.704: General Awareness, Function-specific, Security Awareness, Security Plan, and Safety Training.
What is the meaning of hazardous goods?
A dangerous good (also known as hazardous material or hazmat) is any substance or material that is capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce.
What is DG certification?
The Distributed Generation (DG) Certification Regulation requires manufacturers of electrical generation technologies, that are exempt from air district permit requirements, to certify their technologies to specific criteria pollutant emission standards before selling their products in California.
Who needs DG training?
IATA training is required for all persons who transport dangerous goods according to IATA DGR 1.5. The IATA training rules officially are recommendatory for all but aircraft operator employees. However, most air carriers require compliance with the IATA DGR as a condition of accepting your shipments.
When do I need training for transportation of dangerous goods?
When do I need training? Training is needed if the types of products that you intend to handle (ship, transport, and receive) meets the definition for a dangerous good as defined in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act and Regulations. The training must be provided before the employees handle the dangerous goods.
What can you do with a dangerous goods certificate?
Students credited with this course is able to describe the information, training and duties of persons exposed to hazardous substances and risks, as well as knowing the responsibilities of both employer and employee in such situations.
Who is responsible for handling hazardous substances and dangerous goods?
While they may seem harmless, even these ordinary things can make you very sick if they are not used properly. Key point: It is the responsibility of your employer to provide you with safe work procedures for handling hazardous substances and dangerous goods, and to provide information, training and supervision.
What do you need to know about hazardous materials training?
Receive your required training and learn how to comply with the DOT regulations at this comprehensive seminar. This course fulfills your initial and recurrent training requirements.
