H3u—"Hazmat Employee" Certification Course—U.S. Ocean Forwarders & NVOs

Subscriber price: $335.00, Non-subscriber price: $395.00
Estimated total study time: 43 hours 38 minutes

This course will teach you:

What ocean forwarders and other transportation intermediaries must know and do when shipping dangerous goods via ocean vessel and connecting intermodal transportation that has already been packaged and documented by the shipper.
The organization of and information contained in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, and how to apply it to particular commodities and shipping circumstances. Important: This course is based on the IMDG Code, 2010 Edition (effective January 1, 2010, and mandatory January 1, 2011), which you will need access to in order to complete course exercises.
How the IMDG Code relates to U.S. Hazardous Materials Regulations ("HMR" 49 CFR).
Operational steps U.S. intermediaries should follow when handling dangerous goods.

This course meets the required U.S. DOT initial and recurrent hazmat employee training requirements for intermediaries handling ocean and intermodal cargo in the United States.

Introduction: Dangerous Goods are Dangerous!

Dangerous goods are part of our everyday life—at work, in our home and many places we visit. This lesson will increase your awareness of what must be handled as dangerous goods when shipped commercially.

(Estimated study time: 55 minutes)

Introduction
Dangerous Goods Incidents Occur Daily, Many through Human Negligence
- Accidents Happen!
- Dangerous Goods Incidents and Accidents
- Example of Dangerous Goods Incident Statistics
Really Bad Things Do Happen with Dangerous Goods
- ValuJet Crash
- Aircraft Fires and Crashes Caused by Batteries
- Sea Elegance - Durban - October 2003
- Railcar Spills Herbicide into River
- Trucks Most Frequently Involved in Dangerous Goods Incidents
U.S. Measures

Recognizing Dangerous Goods

Dangerous goods are part of our everyday life—at work, in our home and many places we visit. This lesson will help you recognize what must be handled as dangerous goods when commercially transported.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 35 minutes)

Introduction
DG General Awareness #1—Overview, Int'l Regulations, Hazard Communication, Classification
- "Hidden" (Undeclared) Dangerous Goods
  - Perils of Hidden (Undeclared) DG—A Triple Threat
  - "Common Sense" Important but Not Enough to Recognize Problems
  - Shipments and Situations of Heightened Concern Over Hidden DG
    - Vague Cargo Descriptions
    - Visible Indications on Packaging
    - Indicative Types of Businesses, industries and/or Occupations
    - Indicative Types of Shipments and Situations
    - Added Risk Factors
  - Specific Cargo Descriptions that Suggest Possible Undocumented Dangerous Goods (ICAO TI list)
  - Responsibility for Inquiry as to Hidden (Undocumented) DG
  - What to Do If YOU Discover or Suspect a Shipment?
    - Reject or Stop the Shipment!
    - Confirmation of Contents with Shipper; Responses and Actions to Take
    - Go-To Person for Help in Determining Possible Hidden Dangerous Goods

U.S. DOT Rules (the "HMR") and the International Rules

This lesson introduces the U.S. domestic DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations and the international rules (the IMDG Code and ICAO/IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations) under which dangerous goods are shipped.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 49 minutes)

U.S. DOT Regulations
- General
- DOT Rules of Particular Importance to Shippers
  - 49 CFR 171-173
  - Dangerous Goods Arriving from Canada
  - Shipper/Carrier Registration with DOT
  - Hazmat Security Plan
  - "Hazmat Employee" Training
- DOT Enforcement and Sanctions
  - General
  - Civil Penalties
  - Criminal Prosecution
- U.S. HMR Packaging Requirements
  - General
  - Certification of DG Packaging in U.S.
  - U.S. OSHA Workplace Hazard Communication ("Right to Know")
  - U.S. Hazard Label Requirements
  - Responsibility to Provide and Affix Placards to Trucks
  - U.S. Placarding Requirements
DG General Awareness #1—Overview, Int'l Regulations, Hazard Communication, Classification
- Dangerous Goods Transportation Regulations
  - The IMDG Code (Vessel Shipment for Dangerous Goods)
  - ICAO Technical Instructions (Air Shipment of Dangerous Goods)
  - European ADR (Road), RID (Rail) and ADN (inland waterway) Dangerous Goods Regulations
  - Which Regulations Apply to Multimodal Transportation?

Dangerous Goods Packaging & Labeling; Special Requirements

This lesson introduces international standards and requirements for the packaging and labeling of dangerous goods, and addresses special shipping requirements for vehicles, battery powered equipment and diagnostic specimens.

(Estimated study time: 2 hours 22 minutes)

Introduction
DG Transportation—Requirements for Particular Materials
- Shipping Requirements for Infectious Substances
  - Overview – General Concern with Infections Substances
  - Classification of Known or Suspected Infectious Substances
  - Shipment of Patient Specimens
  - Infectious Substances, Patient Specimens and Body Parts that are Not Dangerous Goods
  - Packaging of Infectious and Biological Substances
    - Packaging of Infectious Substances, Category A
    - Packaging of Patient Specimens and Infectious Substances, Category B
  - Documentation of Infectious Substances
  - Shipment of Other Bio-hazardous Materials
    - Biological Products, Cultures
    - Genetically Modified Micro-Organisms and Organisms
    - Medical or Clinical Wastes (MW)
    - Infected Live Animals
- Shipping Requirements for Batteries and Battery-Powered Equipment (other than self-powered vehicles and equipment)
  - General Concerns with All Shipments Containing Batteries

Marking of Dangerous Goods Packages

This lesson covers required markings (information about the shipment and packaging) which must placed on each package and overpack containing dangerous goods.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 25 minutes)

Introduction

Shipper's Declaration and Certification

This lesson covers the shipper's responsibility to document a dangerous goods shipment and certify that the information provided is true.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 16 minutes)

Introduction

DG Information Required by Transportation Carrier(s)

This lesson addresses required information that must be provided to transportation carrier(s) at the time of cargo booking, and on all transportation documents (ocean B/L, truck/rail waybill) when shipping dangerous goods.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 16 minutes)

Introduction

Hazard Communication Under All DG Rules

This lesson introduces the universal system under which dangerous goods are classified according to their chemical and physical properties and level of danger.

(Estimated study time: 2 hours 59 minutes)

Introduction
DG General Awareness #1—Overview, Int'l Regulations, Hazard Communication, Classification
- Knowledge Needed by All Who Work with Dangerous Goods
  - What Makes a Shipment Subject to "Dangerous Goods" Regulations?
    - Dangerous Goods Defined
    - Identification of Dangerous Goods
    - Determining "Applicable" Dangerous Goods Regulations
  - Determining What Products and Materials are Classified as Dangerous Goods (Overview)
    - Step 1 – Refer to the Dangerous Goods List
    - Step 2 – Determining the UN Number and Hazard Class for Mixtures and Solutions
    - Suspicious Your Product is Regulated, But Can't Find It in the Dangerous Goods List?
- Dangerous Goods Hazard Classification System
  - Introduction to Hazard Classes/Divisions
  - Classification by Degree of Danger (Packing Group)

U.S. (DOT) Requirements for Registration & "Hazmat Employee" Training

This lesson addresses U.S. DOT requirements for:

registration with the DOT by parties that offer for transportation, or transport, certain types and/or quantities of dangerous goods, and,
employer training and certification of employees who have responsibilities for the preparation of dangerous goods for shipment, loading and other pre-transportation handling thereof, and carrier transportation functions.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 51 minutes)

Introduction
U.S. DOT Dangerous Goods Operational Requirements & Responsibilities
- DOT Registration Required of Certain Hazmat Offerors and Transportation Carriers
- Employee Knowledge & Training in Dangerous Goods
  - U.S. DOT Requirements
  - OSHA Safety Training Requirements
- DOT "Hazmat Employee" Training, Testing, Certification and Record Keeping
  - General "Hazmat Employee" Requirements
    - Responsibility for Employee Training and Certification
  - Responsibilities/Tasks for Which Hazmat Certification is Required
  - Required Hazmat Employee Training Topics
  - Hazmat Employee Training Timelines
  - Hazmat Employee Record-Keeping & Certification

U.S. HAZMAT Operational Responsibilities; Placarding

This lesson covers several additional U.S. HAZMAT shipping responsibilities, including the concept of "offeror", diligence in hiring service providers, use of MSDS, Emergency Response Telephone Number/Information, and truck/container placarding requirements.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 7 minutes)

Introduction
Acting as a Dangerous Goods (HAZMAT) "Offeror"
U.S. DOT Dangerous Goods Operational Requirements & Responsibilities
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Emergency Response Telephone Number/Information
U.S. DOT Regulations
- U.S. HMR Packaging Requirements
  - Responsibility to Provide and Affix Placards to Trucks
  - U.S. Placarding Requirements

Introduction to IMDG Code

This lesson introduces the International Maritime Dangerous Goods ("IMDG") Code. You will learn about the content and objectives of the IMDG Code, changes that have occurred in the 31st Amendment, and the conditions and limitations of the use of the IMDG Code in the United States.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 31 minutes)

Introduction
ShipMate Hazardous Shipping Library
- Transport of Dangerous Goods by Ocean
  - Introduction to the Transport of Dangerous Goods
    - Introduction
    - What is the IMDG Code?
    - History of the IMDG Code
    - Amendment 35-10
    - Use of the IMDG Code in the United States
    - Conditions and Limitations
  - IMDG Code Construction
    - Parts of the IMDG Code

IMDG Code Construction: Volume 1

This lesson introduces you to the construction of the IMDG Code. You will learn about the information available in Volume 1 of the two volume set.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 28 minutes)

Introduction
Volume I
- Part 1
- Part 2
- Part 3
- Part 4
- Part 5
- Part 6
- Part 7

IMDG Code Construction: Volume 2

This lesson introduces you to the construction of the IMDG Code. You will learn about the information available in Volume 2 of the two volume set.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 14 minutes)

Introduction
Volume 2 Contents
Limited Quantities
DGL Organization

Dangerous Goods List (DGL) Column Information

In this lesson we begin study of the Dangerous Goods List on a column-by-column basis to learn what each column tells us about the dangerous substance or product to be shipped.

(Estimated study time: 57 minutes)

Introduction
Column 1—UN Number
Column 2—Proper Shipping Name (PSN)
Column 3—Class or Division
Column 4—Subsidiary Risk(s)
Column 5—Packing Group
Column 6—Special Provisions
Column 7(a)—Limited quantities

Dangerous Goods List (DGL) Column Information, cont.

In this lesson we complete a column-by-column examination of the information found in the Dangerous Goods List, Columns 8 through 18.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 7 minutes)

Introduction
Column 8—Packing Instructions
Column 9—Special Packing Provisions
Column 10—IBC Packing Instructions
Column 11—IBC Special Provisions
Column 12—(reserved)Column 13—Portable Tank and Bulk Container Instructions
Column 14—Tank Special Provisions
Column 15—EmS Nunber
Column 16—Stowage and Segregation
Column 17—Properties and Observations
Column 18—UN Number

Appendices; Physical & Chemical Properties Which Are Dangerous

In this lesson we complete our coverage of the IMDG Code Information, and take up the underlying issue of what makes certain substances and products dangerous while being commercially shipped—their chemical and physical properties.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 21 minutes)

Introduction
Appendix A
Appendix B
Index
Accidents Drive Dangerous Goods Regulation
- Accidents Happen!
- Texas City—1947
- Bhopal, India—1984
How/Why Certain Materials Are Classified as Dangerous
- Physical and Chemical Properties
- Hazard Classification Based on Physical and Chemical Properties

International Hazard Classes 1–4

This lesson addresses the physical and chemical properties of Hazard Classes 1 through 4, and the types of materials included within, and the breakout of hazard Divisions within Class 1.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 42 minutes)

Introduction
Why Hazard Classes?
- What Are Explosives?
- Class 1 Divisions
- Class 1 Compatibility Groups
Class 2 – Gases
- What does Class 2 Include?
- Class 2 Divisions
Class 3 – Flammable Liquids
Class 4 – Flammable Solids, Substances liable to Spontaneous Combustion; Substances which, in contact with Water, emit Fl

International Hazard Classes 5–9, and Packing Groups

This lesson explains the physical and chemical properties of Hazard Classes 5 through 9, including hazard divisions within some of these classes, and packing groups.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 15 minutes)

Introduction
Class 5 – Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides
Class 6 – Toxic Materials and Infectious Substances
Class 7 – Radioactive Materials
Class 8 – Corrosive Materials
Class 9 – Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances & Articles and Environmentally Hazardous Substances
Packing Groups

Solutions, Mixtures, NOS, and Substances Having Multiple Hazards

This lesson addresses

how to classify and describe solutions and mixtures for which the component chemicals may be separately classifiable,
proper shipping names which contain the qualification "NOS" AND
substances having multiple hazards

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 31 minutes)

Introduction
Solutions and Mixtures
Not Otherwise Specified (N.O.S.)
Substances Having Multiple Hazards

Hazard Communication (HAZCOM): Part 1

This lesson reviews and expands coverage of package marking and labeling according to the applicable IMDG Code sections.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 24 minutes)

Introduction
Hazard Communication Introduction
General Packing Marking & Labeling Requirements
Marks
Labels
- Primary Risk Labels
- Subsidiary Risk Labels
Special Handling Marks and Labels
- Marine Pollutant Mark
- Orientation Arrows
- Elevated Temperature Mark
- Cryogenic Mark
- Fumigation Warning Sign
- Limited Quantity Marks
- Product Labels
  - General
  - When In Doubt? SDS
- Special Packing Marks
- DOT Specification Packaging Marks
- Reportable Quantity

Hazard Communication (HAZCOM): Part 2

This lesson addresses IMDG Code marking and labeling requirements for overpacks, unit loads, intermediate bulk containers, portable tanks and freight containers containing dangerous goods. Also reviewed are limited quantity provisions when shipping by vessel, and vehicle placarding requirements.

(Estimated study time: 2 hours 1 minute)

Introduction
Package Markings
- Non-Bulk Packagings
- Overpacks
- Unit Loads
- Intermediate Bulk Containers & Bulk Packagings
- Portable Tanks & Road Tank Vehicles
Limited Quantities
Consumer Commodities
Placards
Cargo Transport Unit Placarding and Marking

Packing and Packaging Requirements

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 42 minutes)

Introduction
Packing and Packaging
- Forces at Sea
- UN Performance Oriented Packing
- DOT Specification Packagings
- Packing & Packaging
  - Unit Loads
  - Containerization
  - Accessibility
  - Container Preparation
- Blocking & Bracing

Dangerous Goods Documentation: Part 1

In this lesson we take up shipper documentation requirements for the shipment of dangerous goods as required under the IMDG Code, and U.S. DOT rules relating to "shipping papers."

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 41 minutes)

Introduction
General Requirement
Meaning of "Shipping Paper"
Information Required on "Shipping Paper" for All DG Shipments
Additional Descriptive Information on Shipping Papers
- General
- DOT Exemption, Competent Authority Approval or Registration Numbers
- LTD QTY or LIMITED QUANTITY
- RQ – Reportable Quantity for Hazardous Substances
- Radioactive Materials Information
- Dangerous Goods Tendered for Transportation in an Intermodal Container
- Empty Packaging
- Air Eligibility; Cargo Aircraft Only
- Placards Required for Transport
- Cargo Tanks of LPG & Anhydrous Ammonia
- Quantity, Types & Kinds of Packages
- Dangerous When Wet
- Technical or Chemical Names for N.O.S. Entries
- Marine Pollutant
- Toxic or Toxic-Inhalation Hazard
- Elevated Temperature Materials
- Control & Emergency Temperatures (SADT) for Certain 4.1 & 5.2 Substances

Dangerous Goods Documentation: Part 2

In this lesson we cover documentation the shipper or transportation carrier must prepare under certain circumstances based on the circumstances of shipment or type of dangerous goods or hazardous waste being being shipped.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 9 minutes)

Introduction
Vehicle/Container Packing Certificate (CPC)
- Visual Container Inspection Required Before Loading Dangerous Goods
  - CPC Responsibility and Information Requirements
  - Additional NVOCC Concern When Preparing a CPC
- Dangerous Goods Manifest
- Hazardous Waste Manifests
- Emergency Response Information

Stowage and Segregation of Dangerous Goods

This lesson provides awareness-level information about dangerous goods stowage and cargo segregation requirements on board a vessel, a subset of which applies to the loading of dangerous goods within an intermodal container by a shipper or NVO.

(Estimated study time: 2 hours 1 minute)

Introduction
General Stowage Requirements
Stowage in Relation to Foodstuffs
Stowage and Handling of Goods of Class 1
General Stowage Provisions in the IMDG Code
Segregation Categories
Segregation Groups
General Segregation Requirements
Ocean Segregation Table
Away From
Separated From
Segregation Within Cargo Transport Units (Intermodal Containers)

Stow Plan Summary; HAZMAT Emergency Procedures

(Estimated study time: 35 minutes)

Introduction
Stow Plans
Definition of Container Segregation Terms
Emergency Response Procedures
- Basic Guidelines
- Small Spills
- Large Spills
- Reporting Procedures

Hazmat Transportation Security Awareness

This is the first of two lessons covering HAZMAT security awareness, a subject for which the DOT requires employee training for employer certification of a "hazmat employee."

(Estimated study time: 25 minutes)

DG General Awareness #1—Overview, Int'l Regulations, Hazard Communication, Classification
- Dangerous Goods are DANGEROUS!
  - Terrorists and Dangerous Goods
Supply Chain Security & Cargo Risk Management
- Cargo and Supply Chain Security
  - Traditional Supply Chain Risks vs. Terrorist Threats
    - Terrorism Depends on Availability of Transportation
      - Terrorists Depend upon Logistics
      - Preventing Terrorist Use of Commercial Transportation

Hazmat Security Awareness, cont.

This lesson addresses the difference between TSA and DOT HAZMAT security objectives, security training requirements, hazmat security plans and what shippers and transportation intermediaries can do to identify security vulnerabilities and appropriate counter-measures.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 25 minutes)

Supply Chain Security & Cargo Risk Management
- U.S. Cargo and Supply Chain Programs and Requirements
  - Transportation Security Administration (TSA)—Responsibilities, Operations and Requirements
    - TSA History
    - TSA Mission and Responsibilities
    - TSA Programs
      - Air Carrier Cargo Security Programs
      - Indirect Air Carrier (IAC) Security Requirements
      - Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Cargo Loss Prevention and Supply Chain Security for Managers; Security Plan Development & Implementation
  - Available Cargo and Inventory Security Checklists and Programs
    - Checklists in General
    - TAPA Minimum Security Requirements
    - Facility Security Measures
      - Fencing
      - Gates and Gate Houses
      - Parking Controls
      - Building Structure
      - Locking Devices and Key Controls
      - Lighting
      - Alarm Systems and Video Surveillance Cameras
    - Facility Access Controls
      - Employees
      - Visitor Controls
      - Deliveries (including mail)
      - Challenging and Removing Unauthorized Persons
    - Securing Vehicles, Containers and Cargo Packages
      - Vehicle/Container Inspection
      - Vehicle/Container Parking and Storage
      - Vehicle/Container Seals and Intrusion Detection
      - Package Seals and Intrusion Detection
    - Outbound Cargo Security Measures/Procedures
      - Order Processing
      - Order Picking and Packaging
      - Transportation Carrier and/or Intermediary Selection
      - Shipping Document Preparation;
      - Carrier Loading, Manifesting and Dispatch
      - Outbound Cargo Discrepancies
    - Inbound Cargo Security Measures/Procedures
      - Cargo Acceptance Controls
      - Shipment Check-in Controls
      - Shipment and Inventory Access Controls
    - Information Security
      - Document Access Controls
      - Communications Security
      - Information Systems ("I.T.")Security
        
        General—A Rapidly Increasing Concern
        
        Identification and Authentication
        
        Accountability & Activity Monitoring
        
        I.T. Security Training
    - Origin Point Security with Supplies and Service Providers
    - Participation/Certification in Government Cargo Security Programs
U.S. HAZMAT Transportation Security Requirements
- HMR Security Requirements
- Security Awareness
  - DOT Security Awareness Training Requirement
  - Particular Security Concerns as a Hazmat Offeror or Carrier
    - General
    - HAZMAT Security Plan Required for Shipments of Interest to Terrorists
- U.S. Hazardous Materials Security Plans—General
  - Key Security Goals for Transportation of Hazmat
  - Dangerous Goods Checklists
    - Checklists Help Identify Security Vulnerabilities
    - DOT Checklists
    - Creating Operational Checklists
- Trucker Legal Requirements to Carry Hazmat

Security Plans That Cover All the Bases; How To Respond to Security Breaches and Threats

This lesson identifies specific issues a transportation security plan should address in terms of threats and counter-measures, and what you should do when you witness a security breach or perceive an security threat.

(Estimated study time: 13 minutes)

Supply Chain Security & Cargo Risk Management
- Cargo and Supply Chain Security
  - How to Recognize and Respond to Security Breaches and Possible Threats
    - Everyone's Responsibility
    - Recognizing and Reporting a Suspicious Person, Activity, or Shipment
    - People Who May Be a Security Concern
    - Cargo and Situations that May Be a Security Concern
    - Responding to a Possible Security Threat

Review of Shipper Responsibilities for Dangerous Goods Shipped Via Ocean Vessel

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 1 minute)

DOT Authorization for Use of the IMDG Code
- General
- IMDG Code Authorized for Inland Movement of Ocean Cargo
- ICAO Technical Instructions Authorized for Air and Connecting Truck Transportation
Dangerous Goods Vehicle/Container Loading Responsibilities
- General
  - Hazardous Material Employees
  - Cargo Segregation
  - Dangerous Goods Stowage Requirements Vary by Transport Mode
  - Placards
  - Vehicle/Container Packing Certificate
    - Visual Container Inspection Required Before Loading Dangerous Goods
    - CPC Responsibility and Information Requirements
- Loading Supervision by Fire Marshal

Ocean Forwarder/NVO Responsibilities and Key "Steps" for Handling HAZMAT

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 18 minutes)

Introduction