Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) 7.4 – Handling, Loading and Unloading Cargo at Warehouse/Aircraft

2h - $95.00 USD
Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) 7.4 – Handling, Loading and Unloading Cargo at Warehouse/Aircraft

This course addresses the knowledge required by personnel responsible for handling cargo in a warehouse, loading and unloading unit load devices, and loading and unloading passenger baggage and aircraft cargo compartments.

In accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)’s competency-based approach to dangerous goods training, which came into effect on 1 January 2023, those involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air are required to be a) trained and b) assessed to demonstrate their competence to perform the function(s) for which they are responsible.

After completing the course, participants must follow their organization’s procedures for completing a competency-based assessment.

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Competencies Obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

  • Become familiar with the legal requirements for dangerous goods, restrictions, proper handling and storage, labelling, marking and documentation rules
  • Understand that some items may endanger the safety of the aircraft or persons board, and the carriage of these dangerous goods by air may be either prohibited or restricted
  • Identify hidden dangerous goods in cargo, mail, and passenger baggage
  • Understand, explain, and apply the basic procedures in the event of an incident or emergency involving dangerous goods

Course Content

This course covers the following topics:

Introduction to Dangerous Goods

  • Why do I need to know about dangerous goods?
  • The CBTA based training model
  • Dangerous goods regulations
  • The hazards and risks of dangerous goods
  • Permitted vs. forbidden dangerous goods

Hidden Dangerous Goods

  • How to identify non-declared dangerous goods
  • Examples of hidden dangerous goods

Dangerous Goods Carried by Passengers and Crew

  • Dangerous goods allowed to be carried by passengers and crew
  • Using IATA DGR Table 2.3.A

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Airline and shipper’s responsibilities
  • State and operator variations
  • Information at cargo acceptance areas, to passengers, and for operator’s employees
  • Dangerous goods security

Classification and Packaging

  • The 9 classes of dangerous goods
  • Shipments with multiple hazards
  • What are packing groups?

Batteries

  • Key considerations and requirements for the transport of:
    • Lithium batteries
    • Sodium ion batteries

Marking and Documentation

  • Key markings and labels
  • Overpack
  • Shippers declaration for dangerous goods
  • The Air Waybill (AWB)

Storage and Loading

  • Protection from damages
  • Checking the shipment
  • Self-reactive substances
  • Handling radioactive substances
  • Segregation of packages
  • Guidance for storing and loading specific types of dangerous goods

Notification to Captain

  • The purpose and key elements of the Notification to Captain (NOTOC)
  • Actions required prior to departure

Emergency Procedures

  • What is an accident?
  • Reporting obligations and processes
  • Responding to and reporting an emergency situation
  • Identifying dangerous goods
  • What to do if you come into contact with dangerous goods

This course includes an integrated online assessment.

Candidates must successfully complete the assessment to receive a Certificate of Completion.

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Who Should Enrol?

  • Those involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air must complete training and assessment based on the function(s) they perform every 2 years
  • This course is designed for personnel responsible for handling cargo in a warehouse, loading and unloading unit load devices, and loading and unloading passenger baggage and aircraft cargo compartments (Function 7.4 – previously CAT 5 & 8)
  • This may include freight forwarder, airline, airport operator, and ground handling personnel
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Reviews

“Being in a cargo industry for years, I am grateful that I took this online course and gained more knowledge in proper handling of Dangerous Goods. I will be confident now accepting inquiries from importers and exporters which hesitation is present every time they are asking me about DG items.” – Myra

“Excellent refresher.” – Aubrey

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