Course Overview
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) introduces participants to the TDG Act and regulations. Learners will be taught the requirements for receiving, handling, transporting and shipping dangerous goods, as well as the appropriate response in emergency situations such as spills or accidents.
Who Should Take the Course?
TDG regulations require that, with very few exceptions, all persons engaged in the handling, offering for transport, or transporting of dangerous goods be trained in the aspects of handling such goods.
Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to provide learners with the information needed to comply with the TDG Act and its regulations.
Upon completing this course, learners should know how dangerous goods are classified; understand the regulations pertaining to proper documentation, safety marks, means of containment, forbidden goods, exemptions and special provisions; and know the immediate reporting and procedures to follow a spill or emergency event.
What Can I Expect?
- - A course binder upon arrival
- - Refreshments and a light lunch
- - A half-day instructor-led course
- - A written test after each learning module
- - Upon successful completion of the course - a printable certificate for your records
Course Locations
TDG Training | March 6 (8:30 am)
Venue and Accommodations | Sudbury, ON
We have made a block booking minutes away from the training venue (Canadian Hearing Society). Simply let them know about the training event during registration, and you can enjoy a preferred rate at the Travelodge by Wyndham (705) 522-1100.
TDG Training | April 10 (8:30 am)
Venue and Accommodations | Timmins, ON
We have made a block booking minutes away from the training venue (Blue Heron Environmental). Simply let them know about the training event during registration, and you can enjoy a preferred rate at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites (705) 531-4000.
TDG Training | May 8 (8:30 am)
Venue and Accommodations | Thunder Bay, ON
We have made a block booking minutes away from the training venue (TBD). Simply let them know about the training event during registration, and you can enjoy a preferred rate at the TBD (807) 555-5555.
TDG Training | June 5 (8:30 am)
Venue and Accommodations | Ottawa, ON
We have made a block booking minutes away from the training venue (TBD). Simply let them know about the training event during registration, and you can enjoy a preferred rate at the TBD (613) 555-5555.