This module provides general awareness of the regulations governing the transport of dangerous goods and the responsibilities when handling, packaging or transporting dangerous goods
This training is only available to HSE staff.
Who this training is for
This module gives HSE hospital staff key information on the regulations involved in shipping dangerous goods. It also explains the key responsibilities staff must follow when managing these activities.
The module is mandatory for staff in HSE hospitals and is also available to Section 38 agencies.
Course specification
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- recognise dangerous goods labels and associated hazards
- explain the basic principles behind the selection and use of containment systems for dangerous goods
- identify dangerous goods during transport – by means of labels, marks and documentation
- describe the full range of responsibilities of relevant parties in transport operations
- apply some basic emergency response principles
Assessment
Online assessment.
Duration
30 minutes online
How to book
Training records
Managers must keep copies of employees' training records on file. This is in line with the HSE National Records Retention Policy.
The policy requires managers to keep electronic files for 7 years after an employee's term of service ends.
A template for recording training dates is included in the OSH training toolkit.
For more information or advice, contact the Health and Safety helpdesk.
Refresher frequency
This programme must be refreshed every 3 years. In some cases, refresher training may be required more frequently and this will be identified through the risk assessment or training needs assessment (TNA) process.
For more information and guidance, see dangerous goods.