Description
Who should take this course? The 2-Day 49CFR public classroom course is designed for basic shippers, freight forwarders, third party logistics entities, carriers and freight brokers who prepare dangerous goods shipments for highway transit in the United States using the 49CFR regulations.
For shipments using Ground Transportation in the United States; also known as DOT. Fulfills US DOT and International Law Training Requirements.
Recurrent training is required every 3 years for 49CFR.
Prerequisites: None.
Training Valid For: 3 years (49 CFR)
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Certificates: Certificates are emailed upon payment and successful completion of the course.
Topics Covered
49CFR 2-Day Initial Topics:
- Format of the Regulations
- Training Requirements
- Hazard Classes
- Proper Classification Criteria
- Packing Groups
- Packing, UN Packaging
- The Hazardous Materials Table
- Hazardous Substances
- Marine Pollutants
- General and UN Specification
- Packing Requirements
- Limited Quantities
- Limited Discussion of Radioactives, Explosives and Lithium Batteries
Included with Class
- Student Workbook - Printed workbook
- Regulations - Current edition of the 49CFR Regulations
- Exam - An exam concludes the course
- Snacks - Morning and Afternoon snacks will be provided
- Lunch Break - a one hour break will be provided for lunch on your own
Location
DGI's public classroom training is conducted in hotel conference centers.
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- This course will be held in Philadelphia
Course Duration
Time Required:
- Classroom training time (taught at a hotel location) is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m local time each day.
- The first day of your class registration begins at 8:00 a.m. with coffee provided.
- There will be a one hour lunch break on your own. (Morning and Afternoon snacks will be provided)
Additional Required Training
Depending on your job functions, additional training may be required:
- Function Specific Training - Ultimately (in the United States) your employer has final responsibility for determining if a hazmat employee is properly trained for their particular job function. Since there is a potential for limitless types of job functions as determined by an individual employer, we as your training provider can only suggest what types of additional training might be required.
- Hazmat Security Awareness Training (SAT) - In the United States this additional training is required. DGI offers access to free SAT on our website.
- If you ship Lithium Batteries, Radioactive Materials or Explosives additional training is recommended.
Benefits
Why chose Classroom training?
- Classroom training remains one of the most effective ways to learn Dangerous Goods shipping procedures.
- With in-person training led by one of DGI’s expert instructors, you’ll receive an engaging, hands-on learning experience designed to help you understand and apply key course concepts.
- Learn directly from an expert instructor who can provide real-time guidance and practical insights.
- Interact with your instructor and fellow students to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from others.
- Get more opportunities to ask questions and clarify concepts, helping you build confidence and fully understand the material.
- Ideal for first-time students, with the additional support and interaction that can make learning complex Dangerous Goods procedures easier and more approachable.
