Dangerous Goods by Sea Awareness

Course Goal/Description

This awareness course provides an overview of industry best practice in relation to the transportation of dangerous goods by sea and in line with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.

Learning Objectives

LO1 Define what dangerous goods are
LO2 Give an overview of the regulations governing the transportation of dangerous goods by sea
LO3 Explain the requirements of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
LO4 Identify the classes of dangerous goods
LO5 Describe the roles involved in the transport of dangerous goods by sea
LO6 Outline consignment procedures
LO7 Describe the Dangerous Goods List
LO8 Identify the different packing groups
LO9 Identify the different types of packaging
LO10 Explain how dangerous goods should be packaged
LO11 Explain the requirements for transportation documentation
LO12 Describe the requirements for Limited Quantities
LO13 Identify marking and labelling requirements
LO14 Explain how to safely handle and load dangerous goods
LO15 Outline the requirements for the stowage of dangerous goods on board
LO16 Describe the actions to take in the event of an incident involving dangerous goods