Objective

LO1: Explain the general philosophy of dangerous goods transportation
LO2: Define the limitations on the transportation of dangerous goods by air
LO3: Explain how dangerous goods must be correctly labelled and marked
LO4: Define the different classifications of dangerous goods
LO5: Explain how to recognise undeclared dangerous goods
LO6: State the general principles of safe loading and storage
LO7: Explain the requirement for the Pilot’s Notification (NOTOC)
LO8: Explain the provisions for passengers and crew
LO9: Explain what to do if an emergency occurs
LO10: Explain how radioactive material is transported

Target Group

Oil & Gas Industry (Onshore & Offshore)

Prerequisites

No prerequisites are required to sit this course.

Examination

The assessment is taken during the course and is within the expected duration.

Course Contents

This course is HCA Accredited. This course is a suitable pre-requisite for OPITO approved Helideck Operations Initial Training (HOIT) courses.
The aim of this course is to inform flight crew and crew members (other than flight crew) about the procedural and legal requirements for the safe transportation of dangerous goods by air. The course has been written and designed in reference to the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Technical Instructions and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations. The course certificate is valid for two years.