Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Sea

This course is suitable for anyone involved in the transportation of dangerous goods by sea. It includes information on the legal responsibilities for transportation of dangerous goods or hazardous materials via sea and the special considerations that need to be taken. The course has been aligned, written and developed with reference to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.

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The learning outcomes for this training are: 1. Explain the Regulations for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Sea 2. Describe the different characteristics, classes and types of dangerous goods 3. Describe the different types and methods of packaging appropriate for the safe transportation of each type and class of dangerous goods 4. Describe the correct storage methods for dangerous goods 5. Identify the recognized standard for labelling and marking of dangerous packages 6. Define the correct documentation requirements 7. Explain the loading and handling requirements 8. Describe the safe handling and emergency information

Contents include: 1. Introduction to Dangerous Goods by Sea 2. Legal Responsibilities and Regulations 3. Classification of Dangerous Goods and UN numbers 4. Classes 1-9 and Types of Dangerous Goods 5. Marine Pollutants 6. Packing and Safe Methods of Storage 7. Packing Groups I-III 8. Packing Group Criteria (Flammable Liquids, Toxic Substances, Corrosives) 9. Packing Types with Intermediate Bulk Containers 10. Methods of Storage 11. Limitations 12. Marking and Labelling Requirements 13. United Nations (UN) Coding System 14. Marking Specifications 15. Labelling of Packages Including Hazard Labels 16. Placarding of Transport Units 17. Specifications for Declaration Form 18. Loading and Handling Requirements 19. Safe Handling and Emergency Information