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Dangerous Goods Training Basics
Employers and employees alike involved with dangerous goods in the United States must adhere to the training requirements
under , Subpart H. For all modes and job functions, the following regulations apply
(49 CFR §172.702):
- It is the employer's responsibility to ensure their employees receive training,
- The employee may not perform their duties unless they have received training,
- The employer may provide training or use an outside source, and
- The training must include a test.
IATA regulatory guidelines for transporting dangerous goods by aircraft also require training to be provided or verified
upon the employment of personnel identified in .
Dangerous Goods Training Requirements
All hazmat employees must be trained in the following areas dealing with hazardous materials
(49 CFR §172.704(a), IATA 1.5.2, 1.6):
- General Awareness training: provides familiarity with the requirements and allows employees to recognize dangerous goods in the workplace,
- Function-specific training: detailed job-specific training,
- Safety training: includes emergency response and measures to be taken in case of an emergency at your workplace, and
- Security training: security risks associated with hazardous materials transportation and enhancement of transportation safety.
Why Is Dangerous Goods Training Important?
Besides being required by domestic and international laws, dangerous goods training provides
employees, personnel and the likes who are responsible for preparing, handling and transporting
dangerous goods shipments with the necessary knowledge to safely transport dangerous goods. Regulatory
guidelines for transporting dangerous goods shipments by air, surface and ocean are designed to
promote safe handling and transport of shipments. These regulations are updated annually by their
respective competent authorities and it is important for all parties involved to be aware of the
most current regulations available.
This is where the training curriculum comes in. Our
are designed for novices and veterans alike, providing them with the knowledge necessary to do their
job function efficiently, responsibly and most important, safely.
Why Choose Bureau-Qualified Training?
All Bureau training courses fulfill domestic and international laws regarding . We also provide
initial training courses for those starting in the dangerous goods
transportation industry.
training courses are taught by recognized professionals who emphasize safety and compliance with
the regulations. Students participating in standard training courses, corporate courses, or customized courses
will come away with practical working skills and up-to-the-minute information required to help make sound, cost-effective decisions.
Safety First
Above all, the safety of is regarded by the Bureau of Dangerous Goods
as the highest priority. That is why we go to great lengths in providing our students with high-quality
instruction, reference materials and 25+ years of experience in the business of dangerous goods. Students will
return to work with a great sense of confidence and responsibility when handling, preparing and transporting
dangerous goods.
Training Record Retention
According to 49 CFR guidelines, a record of current training, including the last three years, must be kept and maintained
for each hazmat employee while they remain an employee, and for a period of 90 days after the employee leaves
(49 CFR §172.704(d)).
The following information must be kept in the record:
- Hazmat employee's name,
- Most recent training completion date,
- Description, copy or location of training materials used to meet the
,
- Name and address of the person providing the training, and
- Certification that the hazmat employee has been trained and tested.