Dangerous Goods by Sea Awareness

Level:

Awareness

Target audience:

All relevant personnel.

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