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Dangerous Goods Training
VCA's Dangerous Goods office offer 5 specialist courses provided by our qualified consultants as follows:
Dangerous goods safety adviser course (DGSA)
It is now mandatory for all companies involved in handling dangerous goods to employ a qualified dangerous goods safety adviser (DGSA). This fully comprehensive five-day course will provide you with everything you need to gain the DGSA qualification. Our expert tutors will guide you through the DGSA directive, regulations and duties covering all aspects of dangerous good handling. All vital components of the exam including documentation, emergency response requirements and rules for compliance will be presented in a comprehensive but accessible format.
Safe transport of dangerous goods by airFor over 20 years all personnel involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air have been required to undergo training. The regulations cover the training of airline staff, handling agents, shippers and packers. The Technical Instructions on the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air published by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) form the basis of the rules. The Dangerous Goods Regulations of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the day-to-day operational document. Enforcement of the regulations is vigorous and there are a number of prosecutions each year because consignors of dangerous goods fail to comply with the rules. A recent 'failure to declare' cost the shipper £10,000. This course will teach you everything you need to know about all the regulations and how to comply. It includes an examination in accordance with CAA training guidelines and approval. Successful candidates will receive a certificate with their unique Dangerous Goods by Air registration number. |
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Dangerous goods by sea IMDGThe International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code states that shore based personnel engaged in the transport of dangerous goods by sea must receive training in the contents of the dangerous goods provisions. This course will provide you with practical guidance on how to fulfil the obligations imposed by the new transport regulations. Practical class exercises throughout the course and a final test on the whole Code are included to ensure you have a good grasp of the principles. Attending this course will ensure you understand the complexities of the Code and its relationship with UN recommendations and UK national regulations enabling you to implement the Code in your company. |
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Dangerous goods by road to Europe ADRThe course is essential for everyone involved in the packaging and transporting of dangerous goods by road. It will give you a thorough understanding of ADR. After three intensive days you will understand the variations between ADR, Sea IMDG for transport, and the ICAO technical instructions for air.
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USA dangerous goods and regulations 49 CFR
With the number of differences between the US and European legislation, it can be difficult for exporters to be sure they are working within the law. US importers often request compliance with these regulations. Consequently it is good business sense to keep up to speed with the changes that are taking place and the significant differences in legislation between the US and Europe. This 2-day course examines these differences and explains exporters, forwarders and carriers have to do to meet the leagl requirements of 49 CFR.
For further information contact:
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Martin Castle |
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Tel: +44 (0)1372 226112 |
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Fax: +44 (0)1372 226116 |
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Email: martin.castle@vca.gov.uk |
