Dangerous Goods Specialist

This diploma will provide you with the skills to handle and master all aspects of the Dangerous Goods Regulations. You will be equipped with knowledge of the most current regulations, instruction methodologies and the expertize you need to prepare your organization for an audit or inspection. You will be able to conduct a wide range of dangerous goods training, including instructing a variety of staff engaged in the shipment of goods by air. The regulatory requirements for transporting dangerous goods by air are complex and detailed. The IATA Dangerous Goods Specialist Diploma helps you understand the intricacies of the regulations, allowing you to safely and efficiently handle this special cargo and step beyond the operations to auditing, training and advisory. What you will learn Upon completion of this diploma, you will be able to: Overcome the technical nature of DGR and gain confidence to handle and process dangerous goods Learn the aspects of DGR for wide array of job functions and particular hazards Utilize tools to plan and conduct dangerous goods operations effectively Gain maximal knowledge on all dangerous goods apsects Key topics The key topics that are covered during this diploma include: Preparing shipments aspects IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations manual Standards and regulatory requirements Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) approach and job function based training Plan and conduct effective dangerous goods operations Lithium Batteries shipping Infectious Subtstances shipping Legal requirements, operational restrictions, packaging instructions, marking, labeling and documentation regulations related to the of dangerous goods by air Who should attend This diploma is recommended for: Airline, Airport, Handling agents Freight Forwarders involved in air cargo and DG operations Dangerous Goods personnel and managers that wishes to enhance their professional scope for training and internal inspectors How to register This diploma program consists of 4 required courses and 2 elective courses of your choice, all of which must be completed within 3 years. To begin working toward your diploma, go to each required and elective course page and register individually. You must complete all selected courses to be eligible for the diploma. Virtual classroom courses (when available for a specific course) are also recognized and accepted toward the completion of this diploma. How to obtain your diploma As you complete each course, it will be added to your training history found under My Training << Learn status << Completed. Once all the necessary courses are successfully completed, your diploma will be awarded and made available for download from your training profile. To receive the diploma candidates must complete 4 Required courses 2 Elective courses