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Multimodal Hazmat Shipper Certification Workshops (DOT, IATA, IMDG)

Course Code: HMT P36A

$1,395
Develop a step-by-step approach to navigate and apply complex 49 CFR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code regulations to hazardous materials/dangerous goods ground, air, and vessel shipments. Professionals who complete this course are prepared to oversee hazardous materials compliance for domestic or international shipments.

This comprehensive four-day hazmat training program guides you through the complex, overlapping requirements you must know to ensure hazmat will be accepted for transportation by major carriers like FedEx, UPS, DHL, and others.

Your Registration Includes:
  • Engaging, interactive hazmat and dangerous goods training
  • Trusted compliance resources including 49 CFR hazmat regulations*
  • Year-round updates to your course resources and alerts about rule changes
  • 365 days of Lion Membership for complete compliance support
  • Certificates to demonstrate competence

*Students will need the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations manual and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. Bring your own copies or order during registration and pick up your manuals when you arrive at the workshop.


Your Multimodal Hazmat Shipper Training Covers:

49 CFR/DOT Hazmat Ground Shipper Training (Days 1 and 2)

  • What is a DOT hazardous material?
  • Lion's 10 Steps for Hazmat Transportation
  • Recognizing and responding to security threats
  • Classifying hazardous materials
  • Using the 49 CFR 172.101 table and selecting shipping names
  • General packaging requirements
  • Selecting authorized packaging (non-bulk, bulk, excepted)
  • Packaging specification, filling and closing packages
  • Marking and labeling packages
  • Preparing Shipping Papers and Manifests
  • Placarding requirements
  • Loading, unloading, and segregation rules
  • Recordkeeping and training mandates
  • Reporting hazmat incidents
  • Regulatory reliefs and special permits



IATA DGR Hazmat Air Shipper Training (Day 3)

  • What is an IATA hazardous material?
  • Latest updates in the latest IATA DGR for hazmat air shippers
  • Lion's 10 Steps for Hazmat Air Shipments
  • Classifying hazardous materials for air transport
  • Using IATA's List of Dangerous Goods and selecting shipping names
  • General packaging requirements and IATA packing instructions
  • Shipping limited quantities and excepted small quantities by air
  • Marks and labels for hazmat air shipments
  • Preparing the Shipper's Declaration and Shipper's Certification
  • Offering dangerous goods for air transport
  • Common special issues for dangerous goods air shippers
  • Administration, hazmat employee training, and recordkeeping



IMDG Code Hazmat Vessel Shipper Training (Day 4)

  • What is an IMDG hazardous material?
  • New! Updates in the 2018 Edition IMDG Code for 2019-20
  • Lion's 10 Steps for Hazmat Vessel Shipments
  • Classifying hazardous materials for vessel transport
  • Using IMDG Code Dangerous Goods List to select shipping names
  • General packaging requirements and IMDG packaging instructions
  • Hazmat packaging construction and testing requirements
  • Shipping hazmat limited quantities by vessel
  • Marks and labels for hazmat vessel shipments
  • Placarding and marking requirements for CTUs (Cargo Transport Units)
  • Preparing the Multimodal Dangerous Goods Form
  • Cargo consolidation, segregation, loading, unloading, and stowage
  • Administration, hazmat employee training, and recordkeeping

 
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Key Learning Objectives:

  • Develop expertise to navigate and apply 49 CFR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code hazardous  materials/dangerous goods regulations
  • Identify the critical requirements that impact your shipments and key differences between US DOT and international hazardous materials regulations
  • Earn CEUs and maintenance points toward IHMM, ABIH, NEHA, and REHS credentials



Workshop Schedule (4 Days)

Day 1
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM Complimentary coffee & pastries
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM DOT Hazmat Ground Shipper training session
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Lunch Break

Day 2
7:30 AM to 8:00 AM Complimentary coffee & pastries
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM DOT Hazmat Ground Shipper training session
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Complimentary Networking Luncheon

Day 3
7:30 AM to 8:00 AM Complimentary coffee & pastries
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM IATA Hazmat Air Shipper training session
12:00 PM to 1:00 Complimentary Networking Luncheon

Day 4
7:30 AM to 8:00 AM Complimentary coffee & pastries
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM IMDG Hazmat Vessel Shipper training session
12:00 PM to 1:00 Complimentary Networking Luncheon
*Short breaks, snacks, and cold beverages are provided throughout the day.


Public Workshop Details

Course code HMT P36A
Duration 4 days
Certificate(s) issued Yes (3)
Training required by US DOT, IATA/ICAO/US FAA, and IMDG/IMO/USCG
(49 CFR 172.704 & IATA DGR 1.5 & IMDG Code 1.3.1)

 

CEUs and Certification Maintenance

CEUs awarded                              2.75 
IHMM CM Points Up to 32.00
ABIH CM Points Up to 4.68
NEHA Contact Hours 27.00
REHS Contact Hours 27.00
Lion Membership  12 months
See how Lion courses can help you maintain your professional credentials.


Why choose the live Multimodal hazmat shipper training?

Engaging classroom-style workshops are the foundation of what we do. Lion instructors are engaging, effective teachers who know the 49 CFR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code regulations backwards and forwards and know how to impart that knowledge on to you.
 
  • Find training in 60+ US cities throughout the year
  • Network with industry peers in an interactive, hands-on environment
  • Receive training and resources updated year round to cover the latest rules
  • Get clarity on complex regulatory subjects from dynamic, professional trainers
  • Get immediate answers to your questions in a live setting

Who Attends Multimodal Hazmat Training?

This four day hazmat workshop is built for hazardous materials managers and supervisors responsible for overall compliance with domestic and international (US DOT, IATA, and IMO) hazmat/dangerous goods regulations.

Training is designed to help meet the US DOT training mandate at 49 CFR 172, Subpart H, IATA's "competency-based" hazmat training requirements at IATA DGR 1.5, and IMO's hazmat training mandate at IMDG Code 1.3.1.
$1395 each
 
Select a training type above to find hazmat training that fits your learning style and schedule.

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In lieu of workshops during the current public health crisis, please join us for live, expert-led webinars:


Hazmat Ground Shipper Certification (DOT) Webinar

DOT hazmat training to help meet PHMSA's initial or recurrent training mandate for hazmat employees at 49 CFR 172.704.

DOT HAZMAT WEBINAR

IATA Hazmat Air Shipper Certification Webinar

Build on your 49 CFR expertise and learn the unique IATA DGR requirements for hazardous materials by air.

IATA AIR SHIPPER WEBINAR IMDG Hazmat Vessel Shipper Certification Webinar

Build on your 49 CFR expertise and learn the unique IMDG Code requirements for hazardous materials by vessel. 

IMDG VESSEL SHIPPER WEBINAR




 


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Some of the limited quantity reliefs are identical across the intermodal transport rules, but others are reserved for specific modes of transport. Shippers can and should capitalize on these limited quantity reliefs when possible, but must recognize that some hazmat requirements still apply to shipping limited quantities.

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