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Course overview
Welcome to the IMDG Consignor/Freight Forwarder Course.
Safety during the transportation
of dangerous cargo by sea is the most important issue. For this reason, you and
your crew should be given appropriate training in safe practices. Our
e-learning course, held by professionals, is specifically designed to provide
you with knowledge and competencies necessary for the safe and accurate
transportation of dangerous goods by sea.
The IMDG Consignor/ Freight
Forwarder course will provide the key competencies for those concerned with
shipping hazardous cargo by sea. Focusing on the International Maritime
Dangerous Goods-IMDG Code, this training will cover the subjects of In-depth Classification,
Packing, Marking, and Documentation of Dangerous Goods. The participants will
be able to identify the responsibilities of consignors and freight forwarders
about compliance and safety in the global maritime transport of dangerous
goods.
What will I learn?
- 1. Gain comprehensive knowledge of the IMDG Code structure, including how to navigate and interpret the various parts, sections, and appendices.
- 2. Learn how to classify different types of dangerous goods correctly according to their hazard class and division.
- 3. Acquire detailed understanding of the packaging requirements for different classes of dangerous goods.
- 4. Learn about the marking and labeling requirements to ensure compliance and safety during transportation.
- 5. Master the preparation and completion of required shipping documentation for consigning dangerous goods.
- 6. Learn best practices for the safe handling of dangerous goods during loading, unloading, and transportation.
- 7. Understand the emergency response procedures and actions to take in the event of an incident or spill.
- 8. Stay updated with the latest amendments and changes to the IMDG Code.
- 9. Understand the importance of ongoing compliance with international regulations and how to implement updates in day-to-day operations.
Requirements
- The IMDG Code Consignor/Freight Forwarder course is designed for individuals in management, supervisory, or safety compliance roles within companies engaged in dangerous goods consignment operations, such as shipping or freight forwarding. This online training provides essential knowledge and skills for safely handling and transporting hazardous materials by sea.
- Familiarity with logistics or shipping processes.
- Suitable for consignors, freight forwarders, or those handling hazardous shipments.
- Proficiency in the course language, typically English.
- Basic Safety Awareness: helpful but not mandatory.
Curriculum for this course
53 Lessons
08:00:00 Hours
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE IMDG CODE
- A. Frequently Asked Question
- 1.1 An Overview Of The IMDG Code
- 1.2 Purpose And Importance Of IMDG Regulations
- 1.3 Amendment Cycle Of The IMDG Code
- 1.4 Training Requirements For Shoreside Staff
- 1.5 Reading And Understanding The Dangerous Good List
- 1.6 IMDG Code Supplement
SUMMARY OF THE IMDG CODE GENERAL PROVISIONS
- 2.1 Application And Implementation Of The IMDG Code
- 2.2 Conventions
- 2.3 Transport Of Radioactive Material
- 2.4 Dangerous Goods Prohibited From Transport
- 2.5 Definitions, Units Of Measurement And Abbreviations
EXTENSIVE TRAINING ON CLASSIFICATION AND IDENTIFICATION PROVISIONS OF DANGEROUS GOODS
- 3.1 Dangerous Goods Classification
- 3.2 Packing Groups
- 3.3 UN Numbers And Proper Shipping Names
- 3.4 Handling and Identification Labels
IN DEPTH TRAINING ON PACKAGING PROVISIONS
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Terminology And Meanings For Packaging
- 4.3 General Safety Requirements For Packaging’s
- 4.4 Pressure Receptacles For Liquids And Solids And Special Provisions For Specific Dangerous Goods
EXTENSIVE TRAINING ON PACKAGE MARKING AND LABELLING REQUIREMENTS
- 5.1 Packaging And Marking
- 5.2 Packaging Criteria
- 5.3 Proper Marking And Labelling Of Packages
- 5.4 Requirements For Labelling
- 5.5 Handling And Storage Considerations For Dangerous Goods
- 5.6 Packaging Requirements
- 5.7 General Provisions For The Packing Of Dangerous Goods In Packaging’s, Including IBCs And Large Packaging’s
EXTENSIVE TRAINING OF CTU MARKING AND PLACARD REQUIREMENTS
- 6.1 Requirements For Marking And Labelling Packages
- 6.2 Proper Placement And Visibility Of Labels And Markings
- 6.3 Understanding Placarding Requirements For Transport Units
IN DEPTH TRAINING ON DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPLETION PROCEDURE
- 7.1 Documentation
- 7.2 Container Vehicle Packing Certificate
- 7.3 Proper Completion Of Shipping Papers And Other Necessary Forms
- 7.4 Competent Authority’s Approval
- 7.5 Waste Transport Documentation
AN OVERVIEW OF STOWAGE REQUIREMENTS
- 8.1 Stowage Requirements And Considerations
- 8.2 Proper Storage And Stowage Of Dangerous Goods
EXTENSIVE TRAINING ON SEGREGATION REQUIREMENTS WITHIN A CTU
- 9.1 Introduction To Segregation
- 9.2 General Segregation Provisions
- 9.3 Special Segregation Provision And Exemptions
- 9.4 Additional Segregation Provisions
IN DEPTH TRAINING ON SHIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR LIMITED AND EXCEPTED QUANTITIES
- 10.1 Introduction To Limited Quantities And Excepted Quantities
- 10.2 Application Of Limited Quantities Procedures
- 10.3 Application Of Excepted Quantities Procedures
TRAINING ON THE USE OF CTUs
- 11.1 General Provisions For Cargo Transport Units
SUMMARY OF ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS RELATED TO TRANSPORT, INCLUDING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
- 12.1 Principle And Requirements Of Emergency Response Planning
- 12.2 Emergency Schedule (EmS) Guide
- 12.3 Safe Handling Procedures
- 12.4 Convention For Safe Containers
- 12.5 Port Byelaws In Particular Quantity Limitation
- 12.6 National Transport Regulation
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CONSIGNORS AND FREIGHT FORWARDERS
- 13.1 Roles And Responsibilities Of Consignors And Freight Forwarders
FINAL ASSESSMENT
- IMDG Consignor Course Final Assessment
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