IMDG: sea transport of dangerous goods

What will one know after completing this course?

During this e-learning, you will learn to understand and apply international maritime regulations in your daily work. This ensures compliance with the mandatory training requirement (General Awareness), and you will receive an official certificate of participation upon completion. 

After successfully completing this online training: 

• You comply with the legal training requirement under the IMDG Code (1.3.1.2.1) by demonstrating the required basic knowledge for maritime transport. 
• You navigate efficiently through the structure of the current IMDG Code to find relevant application areas and regulations. 
• You correctly classify and identify dangerous goods based on UN numbers, hazard classes, and specific labels. 
• You apply strict packaging and labeling requirements to prevent delays, fines, or safety risks during sea transport. 
• You evaluate stowage and segregation rules in containers to avoid incidents on board vessels. 
• You prepare sea freight transport documents (Dangerous Goods Declaration) accurately in accordance with international maritime standards. 
• You enhance workplace safety by proactively identifying risks and acting correctly when handling dangerous goods. 

Description

IMDG training for the safe transport of your dangerous goods by sea. Learn everything about the IMDG Code and dangerous cargo.

Companies involved in the sea transport of dangerous goods are legally required to follow a specialized IMDG training (IMDG Code Chapter 1.3.1.2.1). This training is essential for anyone involved in the preparation, handling, or documentation of sea freight. You will gain a solid foundation in the international regulations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to operate safely and in compliance with the law throughout the maritime chain.

Who is this course intended for?

This IMDG training is intended for anyone involved in the transport of dangerous goods by sea, including: 

• Administrative staff, freight forwarders, and logistics personnel who process declarations or IMDG documentation 
• Personnel responsible for dangerous goods declarations 
• Employees at shipping agencies, shipping companies, and shippers 
• Warehouse staff and packers preparing sea freight  

Prerequisite knowledge

No specific prior knowledge of dangerous goods is required. The course is delivered in Dutch and complies with Chapter 1.3.1.2.1 of the IMDG Code (“General Awareness / Familiarization training”). English texts are also used during the training, as in the official IMDG Code.

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SME portfolio: 

• Number of hours: 9
• Registration number BSC-0002122

What does the program for this course look like?

• Framework and implementation: Scope of the IMDG Code and its link to the SOLAS Convention (Safety of Life at Sea). 
• Practical use of the IMDG Code: Efficient navigation through the different volumes to find substances and regulations. 
• Classification: Categorization of dangerous goods and their specific hazard classes. 
• Packaging and containers: Requirements related to the construction and use of packaging, IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers), and tanks. 
• Marking and labeling: Rules for correct signage on packages, overpacks, and containers. 
• Documentation: Accurate preparation and verification of mandatory sea transport documents. 
• Stowage and segregation: Crucial rules for safe loading and separation of incompatible substances within a transport unit.  

Certificate

This training concludes with an examination for which you must obtain at least 60% to pass. The resulting certificate is valid for a period of 5 years. 
You can renew this certificate by completing a refresher course before the current certificate expires.