Shipping Dangerous Goods by Ground in Canada Training
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Overview of regulations affecting dangerous goods Structure of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) Shipper's and carrier's responsibilities Training requirements 7 Steps to Compliance Using the list of dangerous goods (numerical and alphabetical) Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAP) requirements Special cases and exemptions Brief overview of the applicable provincial and transborder regulations |
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Relevant publication Placarding guide Performance packaging guide Compliance checklist Relevant literature |
Canada's Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDG) cover transport by road, rail and domestic water and require shippers, carriers and handlers to meet strict safety and hazard communication requirements.
There are also a variety of special cases or exemptions covered in our courses that can ease or alter the way you ship dangerous goods by ground.
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Shipping Dangerous Goods by Ground in Canada: 2-Day Initial TrainingThis is an entry-level program. It is designed for the beginner or anyone new to regulations for shipping by ground in Canada. It is a comprehensive program designed to take the student through 7 Steps to Compliance. English course includes a copy of our TDG mini. French course includes a copy of our TDG 3-ring binder. Optional binder upgrade is available for English courses, ask for details. Schedule: CanadaDuration: 2 days Languages: English or French Prerequisite: None Course Agenda PDF: Canada (English) or Canada (Français) Course Codes:
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Shipping Dangerous Goods by Ground in Canada: 1-Day Refresher TrainingThis is a refresher program that provides regulation updates for shipping by ground in Canada to experienced students. English course includes a copy of our TDG mini. French course includes a copy of our TDG 3-ring binder. Optional binder upgrade is available for English courses, ask for details. Schedule: CanadaLanguages: English or French Prerequisite: TR-CLR10 or equivalent Course Agenda PDF: Canada (English) or Canada (Français) Course Codes:
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Shipping Dangerous Goods by Ground in Canada: 1/2-Day Drivers & Handlers TrainingThis program is aimed at drivers and handlers who require training to verify that dangerous goods are being shipped properly. It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the goods are compliant before placing them on the vehicle for transport. This course includes a copy of our Shipper and Driver Handbook. Schedule: CanadaDuration: 1/2 day Languages: English or French Prerequisite: None Course Agenda PDF: Canada (English) or Canada (Français) Course Codes:
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Shipping Dangerous Goods by Ground: 1-Day Canada/USA Transborder TrainingThis program will help you comply with shipping dangerous goods from Canada to the United States. There is a reciprocity agreement that exists between Canada and the United States; however there are some restrictions to the agreement through 49 CFR. Schedule: CanadaDuration: 1 day Languages: English or French Prerequisite: TR-CLR10 or equivalent Course Agenda PDF: Canada (English) or Canada (Français) Course Codes:
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