Training Schedule | April 7-25
TRAINING | APRIL 7-25, 2022
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THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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49 CFR Recurrent Training -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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This course provides students with a comprehensive recurrent course on 49 CFR regulations to deliver function specific training for hazardous materials employees on the transport of non-radioactive dangerous goods by ground within the US. This course is designed to meet the regulatory training standards set out in 49 CFR §172.704, for hazmat employees engaged in offering non-bulk hazardous materials for highway transportation. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: Initial 49 CFR Training Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. Students will be required to have a copy of the 49 CFR Book (October 1, 2021 Edition) or access the free online e-CFR. See registration page to purchase a book. |
Roseanne Bottone,
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FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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Advanced Air Dangerous Goods Recurrent Training -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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This course provides students with a refresher in the knowledge to read and apply the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, as well as how to comply with new requirements in the 63rd Edition. It will cover terms and definitions, proper shipping names, hazard classes, identification numbers, packing groups, state and operator variations, packaging, labeling, marking, and certification of shipping documents. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: General & Security Awareness Training, Initial Air Training Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. Students will be required to have a current copy of the IATA DGR 63rd Edition. See online registration to purchase a book. |
Rebecca Spaulding, Environmental Resource Center
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MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Amd 40-20) Advanced Recurrent Training
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MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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This Recurrent Training course will cover the major changes and revisions of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, Amendment 40. This course is designed for shippers, freight forwarders, third-party logistics entities, carriers, and other hazardous materials/dangerous goods professionals preparing DG shipments for transport by sea. Function-specific topics include enforcement, classification, use of the IMDG Code’s List of Dangerous Goods, packaging of dangerous goods, loading of cargo transport units, marking, labeling, placarding, documentation, stowage, and segregation. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: General & Security Awareness Training, Initial IMDG Code Training Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. Students will be required to have the current copy of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code Book (Amendment 40-20). See registration page to purchase a book. |
Pamela Jones, DGI Training
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THURSDAY, APRIL 14, 2022 |
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8:00am – 12:00pm (ET)
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International Multimodal Transport of Radioactive Materials -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $240 NON-MEMBER RATE = $265
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This course provides a general review in transport of radioactive materials. In 2021, many international regulations were amended by new definitions in transporting radioactive materials. During the course, participants will meet the most important concepts for road, rail, sea and air transport modes. Prerequisite: understanding of basic radioactive terminology. Course Materials: a handout will be provided at the beginning of the course that contains some exercises in the topic. |
Ivan Schmelczer, MD, CDGP, DGSA,
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1:00pm – 5:00pm (ET)
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Biological Substances, Category B Training Plus Q&A -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $240 NON-MEMBER RATE = $265
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This half-day competency-based training provides clarity and understanding on how to safely package and offer for transport Biological Substances, Category B (UN 3373). This training looks at all the governmental regulations to separate fact from fiction concerning the transport of biological specimens during a global pandemic. This training seminar will sort thru the modal and Competent Authority disharmony to answer questions such as:
Training includes:
Customized Test and certificate for students that successfully pass the customized assessment. Training is presented in accordance with IATA/ICAO, 49 CFR and TDG. Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. |
Jay Johnson,
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MONDAY, APRIL 18, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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Limited Quantities by Ground, Ocean, and Air Training -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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Depending on the nature of their employment, certain hazmat employees have duties and responsibilities involving more than one mode of transportation. When these responsibilities involve transportation of Limited Quantity dangerous goods by air, ground, and ocean, employers must provide their employees with Limited Quantity training in the applicable modes of transportation before those employees can begin performing their duties and working with the dangerous goods in any capacity. This Limited Quantity course provides the required initial or recurrent training to participants involved with the shipping, handling, and/or transport of dangerous goods in Limited Quantities by air, by ground, and by ocean. Dangerous goods by air training is based on the current requirements outlined in the ICAO Technical Instructions, as contained in the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA DGR), as authorized by Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR). Limited Quantity training for shipping dangerous goods by ground incorporates the current requirements as outlined in 49 CFR. Limited Quantity training for shipping dangerous goods by ocean incorporates the current requirements as outlined in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code), as authorized by Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR). This course complies with the initial and/or recurrent training requirements of 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart H, Section 172.704, the IATA DGR, and the IMDG Code for transportation of Limited Quantities by air, by ground and by ocean. Limited Quantity Course Objectives At the end of the course, participants should be able to:
Prerequisite: To have had at least one initial or recurrent training in one mode of transport (ground, air, or ocean). Course Materials: Workbook – Participant must have a copy of the 2022 49 CFR, IATA and IMDG. |
Tracie Cady,
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022 |
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8:00am – 12:30pm (ET)
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Transportation of Lithium Batteries by Ground & Air (49 CFR and ICAO/IATA) Training -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $240 NON-MEMBER RATE = $265
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This course provides in-depth and up-to-date information on how to ship lithium batteries under 49 CFR multi-modally and the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations by air. The course will cover classification, packing, marking/labeling, documentation, and related exceptions as well as used, damaged, or defective batteries. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: General & Security Awareness Training, Previous experience with shipment of lithium batteries Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. |
Candy Chan, and Thomas Ferguson, COSTHA
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THURSDAY, APRIL 21, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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Mexican NOMS (Includes Differences in 49 CFR) Training -- -- -- MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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This course will help navigate the ground transport regulations of hazardous materials and waste, as regulated by SCT (Secretary of Communication and Transportation) in Mexico and review the requirements for Mexican NOMS (Official Mexican Standard). The course will also address training requirements from SCT and STPS (Secretary of Labor and Social Security). All states within Mexico have adopted the NOMS as the regulations for transportation across Mexico. Therefore, these regulations are enforced not only by federal authorities but also by state authorities. If your organization ships hazardous materials between the US and Mexico, this course will help you understand the nuances of compliance with both sets of regulations (Mexican NOMs and 49 CFR) and help keep you in compliance. This course will include updates of several NOMS made during 2020. This course will include the differences between the Mexican NOMs and 49 CFR regulations. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: General & Security Awareness Training, Familiarity with 49 CFR Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided, along with access to the NOMs. Some of the NOMs documents will be in Spanish, these will just be for reference. The training program and pertinent NOMs will be provided in English. Students will be required to have a copy of the 49 CFR Book (October 1, 2021 Edition) or access the free online e-CFR. See registration page to purchase a book. |
Rodolfo Koria,
COSTHA
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MONDAY, APRIL 25, 2022 |
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9:00am – 5:00pm (ET)
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Transport Dangerous Goods Canada Regulations (TDGR) Training
MEMBER RATE = $370 NON-MEMBER RATE = $395
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The Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) and US Hazardous Materials Regulations of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) are similar, but not identical; most variations, but not all of them, are dealt with by a reciprocal agreement that establishes procedures for cross-border shipments. This training program will provide an overview of the TDGR regulations and identify areas where reciprocity does and does not apply. TDGR Training is mandatory for all personnel preparing shipments, shipping, or receiving hazardous materials / dangerous goods within, to, or from Canada. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: Familiarity with 49 CFR Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. Students will be required to have the latest edition of the TDG Mini Format Book or access the online TDGR Canada regulations here. See online registration to purchase a book. |
Barbara Foster,
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