Driver and handler

Target audience

This training is aimed towards drivers and handlers of dangerous goods.

Goal

After attending this training, the participant will be qualified to transport and handle shipments containing dangerous goods intended to be transported by ground according to the national and provincial requirements.

Training description

During this training, the participant will acquire the knowledge of the applicable Act and Regulations regarding transportation of dangerous goods by ground in Canada, including specifics TDG requirements of Quebec and Ontario’s regulations.

Training content

This audio-visual supported training will allow participants to acquire the knowledge required by the national and provincial Regulations on transportation of dangerous goods. We are a training organization accredited by the Commission des partenaires du marché du travail. Our training is eligible under the Act to promote workforce skills development and recognition.

Here are the topics that will be covered:

• Act and Regulations basic requirements
• Classification system – 9 classes
• Packaging requirements
• Marking and labelling
• Shipping documents
• Placards
• Loading requirements
• Additional requirements in Quebec, Ontario and United States
• Exemptions
• Emergency measures
• Emergency report

During the training, the participants are encouraged to ask questions. During the training, the attendee must complete a questionnaire to evaluate the knowledge acquired. This questionnaire will be returned to their employer as well as a wall certificate and wallet size certificate.

Training material

• Transportation of dangerous goods guide for driver – pocket size
• Placarding guide
• Dangerous goods checklist
• Questionnaire
• Pen
• Certificates, wall and wallet pocket size