The TDG Act and Regulations help promote public safety by establishing duties and responsibilities on different parties when dangerous goods are being transported in Canada. Whether Dangerous Goods are being transported by road, rail, air or marine, emergency responders rely heavily on shippers and drivers providing accurate documentation and safety marks in the event of an emergency. This training program outlines both company and driver responsibilities when transporting dangerous goods. (This program is designed specifically to the company’s needs)

Course Highlights:

• Purpose of the Act and Regulations
• Examples of recent road and rail emergencies involving DG’s in Ontario
• How public safety is promoted when transporting DG’s.
• Certification requirements
• Penalties for non compliance
• Exemptions (discuss what exemptions apply to your company)
  • Limited quantities
  • 150 kg exemption rule
• Dangerous Goods Classes one through nine
  • Description of hazards
• Safety Marks / labels / placards
• Documentation
• Emergency response
• Question and answer period
• Knowledge verification.

Recommended for: Managers, supervisors and all employees who transport, offer for transport or receive dangerous goods.

Duration: half day

Certification wallet sized cards issued.