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Hazardous Material General Awareness Transportation Training
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Date: Anytime
Location: Online
Instructor: Online Instruction
Course Description

This course is designed to provide participants with general information for the transportation of hazardous materials. The emphasis is on verification of hazmat shipments, including waste and radioactive material shipments. Course participants have the opportunity to use 49 CFR to gain familiarity with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulatory requirements. Classroom exercises provide practice for the participant according to functions the employee performs.

Materials Provided

Materials will be provided to facilitate completing the course.

Examination

Successful completion is achieved with a passing score of 80% or better on a written exam.

Record Keeping

Successful participants receive a certification stating that the training meets the requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart H.

Who should Attend?

Hazmat employees, as defined by DOT, who are involved with preparation and transportation of hazardous materials (including waste and radioactive materials) but do not make decisions.

Prerequisites
None
Retrain Frequency: 3 Years
Course Duration: 8 hours

 

Course Topics

• DOT Training Requirements

• Security Awareness

• Familiarity with Hazard Classes and Divisions

• Use of Hazmat Table

• Packaging, Marking, Labeling, Shipping Papers

• Separation and Segregation and Load Securing

• Placarding

• Emergency Response

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