H6u—U.S. HazMat General and Security Awareness (short version)

Non-subscriber price: $140.00, Subscriber price: $109.00
Estimated total study time: 8 hours 22 minutes

This course is intended as a brief introduction to requirements for shipment of dangerous goods, particularly recognizing undeclared ("hidden") DG, and the importance of referring such shipments to qualified ("certified") personnel to handle.

Introduction—The Reality of Dangerous Goods (H6u)

This first lesson provides examples of serious consequences caused by improper procedures and/or accidents involving dangerous goods while being commercially transported. We also address how dangerous goods may have affected us personally, why everyone should be concerned that that dangerous goods are transported safely, and why the shipment of dangerous goods has become a security issue with respect to terrorism.

(Estimated study time: 58 minutes)

Introduction
Accidents Happen!
ValuJet Crash
Container Ship Fires
- Zim Montreal - Long Beach -1981
- Sea Elegance - Durban - October 2003
Dangerous Goods Security
- U.S. Measures
Making the Risks Seem Real! (Personal Safety Motivation)
- Physical "Hands-On" Experience
- Drawing on Related Personal Experiences—Symptoms

Recognizing Possible Dangerous Goods Based on Description (H6u)

This lesson teaches how to recognize shipments that may contain "hidden" dangerous goods as they pose a very high risk to all of us involved in cargo transportation.

(Estimated study time: 59 minutes)

Introduction
"Hidden" (Undocumented) and Improperly Prepared Dangerous Goods
"Common Sense" Important, but Not Enough
Cargo Descriptions that Suggest Possible Undocumented Dangerous Goods

Dangerous Goods Hazard Communication (H6u)

In this lesson we address the various ways in which a shipper and/or his forwarder must communicate to all concerned, including the transportation carrier, emergency responders and the general public, that a shipment contains dangerous goods.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 34 minutes)

Introduction
Dangerous Goods Hazard Communication (Information & Notification Requirements)
- General
- Dangerous Goods Documentation
- Information on Dangerous Goods Packaging
- Placards on Conveyances
- Additional "Good Practice" Dangerous Goods Communications

How Substances Are Designated and Regulated as "Dangerous Goods"

This lesson explains how certain substances and products are designated as dangerous goods for shipping purposes, thus bringing them under regulation. We also briefly introduce U.S. and international regulations, and where you can find more information.

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 2 minutes)

Introduction
What Makes a Shipment Subject to "Dangerous Goods" Regulations?
- Dangerous Goods Defined
- Identification of Dangerous Goods
- Determining "Applicable" Dangerous Goods Regulations
General
DOT Enforcement and Sanctions
- General
- Civil Penalties
- Criminal Prosecution

Identifying and Classifying Dangerous Goods (H6u)

In this lesson we address the basic of dangerous goods classification (the "U.N. Number"), and the type of hazard represented by each hazard class and division, which is found in the Hazardous Materials Table/Dangerous Goods List once the applicable U.N. Number is known.

(Estimated study time: 56 minutes)

Introduction
International Standards for Communicating Types of Hazard and Degree of Danger of Regulated Materials
Information Available by UN Number Line Item
Classification by Hazard (Hazard Class, Division)
- Additional U.S.-Only Hazard Class: Other Regulated Materials ("ORM")
Classification by Degree of Danger (Packing Group)

Dangerous Goods Packaging

This lesson covers proper packaging of dangerous goods, including who is responsible for this, and what information a forwarder or transportation carrier will see on the outside of a properly prepared package of dangerous goods.

(Estimated study time: 51 minutes)

Introduction
Dangerous Goods Packaging Objectives
- U.S. HMR Packaging Requirements
  - General
  - Certification of DG Packaging in U.S.
Responsibility
- U.S. OSHA Workplace Hazard Communication ("Right to Know")
Hazard Labels

More on Dangerous Goods Packaging; Container Loading, Acting as a HAZMAT "Offeror" (H6u)

This lessons continues with information which must or may be placed on dangerous goods packaging. Also, the requirement for a container packing certificate ("CPC") when loading intermodal containers, and what is means under DOT regulations to act as a HAZMAT "offeror."

(Estimated study time: 1 hour 8 minutes)

Introduction
Handling Labels
Information the Shipper Must Place on Each Dangerous Goods Package
Package Manufacturer's Marking
Container Packing Certificate
Acting as a Dangerous Goods (HAZMAT) "Offeror"

Hazmat Security Awareness; Identifying & Responding to Possible Threats (H6u)

This final lesson addresses the U.S. HMR requirements for security awareness on the part of all involved in shipping dangerous goods, and concludes with practical guidance on how to identify and respond to possible security threats.

(Estimated study time: 54 minutes)

Introduction
HMR Security Requirements
Key Security Goals for Transportation of Hazmat
General
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