Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Course Description:
An observation of, and significant piece of federal legislation that applies to, the shipping and transport industries in Canada is Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations. What you in the municipal industry may not be aware of is that this legislation also applies to receivers and handlers of these dangerous goods at your workplaces.
Topics Covered:
- Accidental Release Reporting Requirements,
- Characteristics of Dangerous Goods,
- Classifications,
- Documentation / Shipping Documents and their Location,
- Emergency Measures,
- Emergency Response Assistance Plans,
- Means of Containment,
- Safe Handling and Transportation Practices,
- Safety Marks,
- Schedules 1, 2 and 3,
- Shipping Names,
- Special Situations.
Course Length:
4 Hours
Class Minimum/Maximum:
6/20
Supervisors Safety Certificate Program:
Elective Course
Continued Education Credits:
EOCP CEU’s: 0.4 (In Person/Virtual Instructor Led)
Classroom Delivery Price:
$75 per person for up to 15;
$37.50 per person from 16-20.
Minimum $800 charge per class.
Virtual Delivery Price:
$800
Course Timeline:
BCMSA/Industry Recommended Renewal: 3 Years
Financial Subsidy:
This training may be eligible for the B.C. Employer Training Grant Learn More Here.
