Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Ground) Training

Training Overview

The objective of this program is to increase awareness of the hazards associated with transporting dangerous goods and to ensure that participants understand the transportation of dangerous goods regulations and their practical application in the workplace.

Training Duration: a half day

Expiry: three years

Cost: $95.00 plus HST per participant

  • This training is designed for anyone who may come into contact with dangerous goods in the course of their job duties, including those who handle, store, transport, ship or receive hazardous materials.

    • What are dangerous goods?

    • Regulations and legislation

    • Roles and responsibilities

    • Handler

    • Shipper

    • Driver

    • Inspectors

    • Nine classes of dangerous goods

    • Required documentation

    • Means of containment

    • Placards

    • Containers

    • Special provisions

    • Emergency actions

  • Contact us at Training@MercerSafety.ca or 709-364-3900, ext. 110 if you have questions or would like to learn about private training options.

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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Ground) Training

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