Initial shipper

Target audience

This basic training is aimed towards shippers who need to prepare shipments of dangerous goods for marine transport.

Goal

After attending this training, the participant will be qualified to prepare shipments containing dangerous goods intended
to be transported by sea, according to the international and national requirements.

Training description

During this training, the participant will acquire the knowledge of the applicable Act and Regulations regarding transportation
of dangerous goods by sea in Canada. Here are the key topics that will be covered:

• Act and Regulations basic requirements
• Classification system and criteria
• Packaging requirements
• Marking and labelling
• Shipping documents
• Exemptions