49 CFR Parts 171–180 · PHMSA
10-Hour DOT Hazmat Advanced General Awareness
The all-in-one hazmat program: general awareness, function-specific skills, every transport mode and security awareness, in 12 modules and 25 lessons. Online, in English or Spanish.
Course at a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Syllabus
- 12 modules · 25 lessons
- Credits
- 1.0 CEU
- Certificate
- Valid 3 years
When training is due
90 daysInitial training within 90 days of hire or a change in job function.
3 yearsRecurrent training at least every three years. Renew by taking this course again.
12 modules, 25 lessons
Core
- Hazardous Materials Regulations The HMR, nine hazard classes, training rules and the five enforcing agencies (PHMSA, FMCSA, FRA, FAA, USCG)
- Hazardous Materials Table Columns 1 to 10 and Appendices A and B
Function-specific
- Shipping papers Preparation, additional descriptions, shipper's certification
- Packaging General and specific requirements
- Marking General and specific requirements
- Labeling General and specific requirements
- Placarding General and specific requirements
Modal
- Highway DOT and FMCSR rules, loading, segregation, emergencies
- Air Shipper and carrier duties, quantity limits, FAA vs. IATA vs. ICAO
- Rail Handling, segregation, positioning placarded cars, AAR key trains
- Water Stowage and segregation, IMDG vs. HMR, reporting to the NRC
Security
- Security awareness Security and safety plans, and specific security measures
Who it's for
- Workers who load, unload or handle hazmat
- Personnel preparing hazmat shipments
- Drivers of vehicles used in hazmat transportation
- Security personnel responsible for materials in transit
- Manufacturers and testers of drums, cylinders and UN packaging
- Supervisors overseeing hazmat shipping
FAQ
When is DOT hazmat training required?
Federal law requires initial training within 90 days of employment or a change in job function, and recurrent training at least every three years.
What does the course cover?
General awareness, function-specific instruction, modal requirements for highway, air, rail and vessel, and security awareness, under the Hazardous Materials Regulations in 49 CFR Parts 171-180.
How do I renew?
Take the same course again. The certificate is valid for three years.
Are there prerequisites?
No. There are no prerequisites, and the course is available in English and Spanish.
Every mode. One course.
$290.99 per person, with bulk pricing for teams. 100% online, available 24/7, with your certificate available to download as soon as you pass. SCORM, webinar, virtual live and classroom formats are also available.
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