General
Large quantities of dangerous goods are transported from one continent to another by ocean-going vessel. If, for example, large bales of hay or cotton are being transported, we are dealing with a substance that could cause a fire during the voyage because of heating. You are then dealing with rules that have been agreed and drawn up internationally.

Target group
The target group includes employees who are responsible for the prevention of risks related to the transport of hazardous substances
The prevention focuses in particular on the safety of persons, property and the environment.

Objective
To be able to provide support in preparing goods, containers and vehicles with hazardous substances for transport in accordance with the IMDG Code as well as advice to management and employees. There are rules with which a seagoing vessel must comply, rules for the safety of the personnel on board, rules for the protection of the (aquatic) environment and of course also rules for the transport of dangerous substances on board of seagoing vessels.

Prior education.
MBO level is desirable.
Some work experience in the transport of dangerous goods is desired.
Some knowledge of the English language is desired.

Details
During the course, the use of the IMDG code will be practiced by means of question sets and cases.
There will be an exam on the last day and with a sufficient score a certificate will be issued.

Course Content:

  • Learning to work with the IMDG code
  • Learning to apply the IMDG code in the workplace
  • Classifying and identifying hazardous substances
  • Packaging of dangerous substances.
  • Labelling and marking of hazardous substances
  • Documenting shipments of hazardous materials
  • Applying the required transport conditions

Course duration

  • Classical, 10 day sessions
  • Digital class 10 dayparts
  • Webinar, 10 dayparts
  • Blended, 2-day course
  • Internet, at your own discretion
  • Repetition, depending on method chosen

Location and time
The course is preferably held at participating companies. If necessary, we will hire a location if there is sufficient participation, taking into account the place of residence of the participants. The courses are held in consultation with the company. It is possible to hold the course in the evening hours and/or on Saturdays.