DANGEROUS GOODS ( Initial / Refresher)
INTRODUCTION
Dangerous goods are commodities that possess potentially dangerous characteristics. These characteristics will not make their transport by air dangerous, provided that suitable precautions are taken.
The purpose of this training program is to help the participants understand what substances and articles constitute Dangerous Goods and the limitations applicable to the transport of Dangerous Goods by air
TARGET AUDIENCE
This Training program has been designed for Crew Members, Load Planners and Operational Managers. The content of this training complies with the current Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods regulations which in turn complies with the current ICAO Technical Instruction for safe Transport of Dangerous Goods.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
After successful completion of this course the participant will:
• Be able to identify dangerous goods;
• Be familiar with limitations and prohibitions;
• Be able to identify potential hidden hazards in cargo;
• Be familiar with provisions for passengers and crew
• Have knowledge of the origin of the current regulations and be aware of the general philosophy;
• Be able to identify the classes of dangerous goods;
• Be able to refer to the List of Dangerous Goods;
• Recognize and identify the hazard/handling labels applicable to dangerous goods;
• Recognize and identify dangerous goods package use and package specification markings;
• Be familiar with pilot’s notification
• Be familiar with loading and storage procedures;
• Be familiar with dangerous goods emergency response procedures
Duration
1-day to 1 week ( Depending on the Course)