Objective

Upon completion of the course, the delegate will be able to: -Identify the proper shipping methods for hazardous materials in air, water, and land -Recognize the information needed on shipping papers for various types of hazardous material -Utilize the proper labeling, marking, and placarding required for hazardous waste transportation -Develop information gathering techniques needed for required incident reporting and emergency notification -Show understanding of the documentation of shipping papers

Target Group

Candidates involved in the transportation of hazardous materials.

Examination

The delegate will be required to attain a minimum score of 70% on a written assessment.

Course Contents

The topics covered during this training are: -Classification of Hazardous Materials -Hazardous Material Table -Packaging -Marking -Labeling -Shipping Papers -Vehicle Loading and Unloading -Safety and Emergency Response -Pacarding -Exceptions and Exemptions -Motor Carrier Responsibilities -HAZMAT Security Awareness