The course is specifically tailored for those working in the transport and logistics industries but has application across other industries.

The course is a VET accredited course and involves theory training and assessment. The course generally takes 4-5 hours to complete. On successful completion of the course, students are issued a Statement of Attainment by the RTO.

Course structure:

• Identifying dangerous goods/hazardous substances from information including class labels, manifests and other documentation
• Identification of job hazards and applying appropriate hazard controls
• Storage requirements
• Different handling procedures for different classes of dangerous goods/hazardous substances
• Incident reporting
• Emergency procedures and management
• Load handling and shifting requirements
• Signage and placarding
• Communicating in the workplace regarding safe handling and storage of dangerous goods/hazardous substances
• Workplace documentation and procedures