DOT Training for Offerers of Bulk and Non-bulk Hazmat Packages
Objective
This course is designed to meet DOT training requirements for all employees who directly affect the safe transportation of hazardous materials. Such employees include those who load, unload, or handle hazardous materials; prepare hazardous materials for transportation; or are responsible for the safe transport of hazardous materials. This course provides basic hazardous materials training for these employees plus function-specific training in DOT requirements for bulk and non-bulk packaging, labeling, loading, and unloading. This course can be used for either new employees or as recurrent training.
Regulation
49 CFR 177.816
Who Should Attend
Shippers, carriers, and handlers of bulk and non-bulk hazardous materials.
Course Content
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Explain the function and importance of packaging, package labels, package marking, shipping papers, and vehicle placards
- Identify the nine hazmat classes and their divisions
- Explain the DOT rules for using the proper shipping names and the Hazmat Table
- Describe safety considerations for handling hazardous materials
- Explain the difference between bulk and non-bulk packaging
- Describe the requirements for labeling non-bulk packages
- Describe the general marking and placarding requirements for bulk containers
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