Dangerous Goods Regulations – General Awareness

Summary

This training provides participants with a general understanding of dangerous goods regulations applicable to air transport. It introduces the key principles, responsibilities, and safety considerations related to the handling and transportation of dangerous goods in an airport environment.

Designed for all employees working at the airport, as well as anyone wishing to gain more knowledge about dangerous goods, this training helps participants understand the importance of regulatory compliance and safe practices when dealing with dangerous goods.

Target Audience

All employees working at the airport or everyone interested in knowing more about dangerous goods. 

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key principles and regulations related to the transportation of dangerous goods.
• Identify the different classes of dangerous goods and understand their characteristics and risks.
• Understand the requirements related to the packaging, marking, and labelling of dangerous goods.
• Apply the basic procedures for handling dangerous goods in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Recognise the appropriate response procedures in the event of a dangerous goods incident or emergency.
• Understand the importance of compliance with International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations when transporting dangerous goods.

Additional information

There is no certification linked to this course as this is an informative course.

This course is also available in an e-learning format.