Dangerous Goods
$80 USD
- Course Type:
- Additional STCW courses
- Training School:
- Learnmarine
- Location:
- online course
- Duration:
- 1 day
- Language:
- English
Course description
The course explains the purpose and content of the IMDG code and dangerous goods transportation by sea specifics in order to comply with the IMDG regulations dealing with the classification, packing, handling, carriage, stowage, and segregation of various classes of dangerous goods.
Certification and approval
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of proficiency.
Delivery method
The course is delivered through an online learning platform and consists of lectures, quizzes, case studies and a simulator.
Course objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- identify and classify the different types and categories of HAZMAT according to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code.
- pack, label, mark, and document the HAZMAT properly as per the IMDG Code requirements.
- load, stow, secure, and segregate the HAZMAT on board the vessel in a safe and efficient manner.
- follow the emergency procedures and contingency plans in case of a HAZMAT incident or spill.
Course contents
- Dangerous Goods - Part I
- Dangerous Goods - Part II
- Dangerous Goods - Simulator
Regulations and guidelines
This course is based on the following regulations and guidelines:
- International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)
- IMO model course 1.10 - Dangerous, Hazardous and Harmful Cargoes
- US CFR 49 (Transportation)
- STCW sections A-II/1 and A-II/2
Entry requirements
This course is suitable for masters, officers, engineers, and crew who are responsible for the loading, stowing, securing, and segregating of HAZMAT on board the vessel.
