DOT 49 CFR Ground Transportation Training

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DOT 49 CFR Ground Transportation Training

Please note: Users must complete the Hazmat General, Safety and Security Awareness Training course or an equivalent course before taking DOT 49 CFR Ground Transportation Training.

Duration: Approximately 4.5 - 5 hours

Course Description:

If your company ships hazardous materials or dangerous goods in the United States, you must comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Code of Federal Regulations, 49 CFR. Under 49 CFR, Subpart H, Section 172.704 all employees involved in shipping hazardous materials within the U.S. must receive training. This course provides the foundational knowledge necessary to meet the minimum training requirements specified in the 49 CFR.

Note: This course is not a registered training provider for Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements for CDL and Hazmat Endorsements as stated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).

This course covers:

  • What hazardous materials are and how they are classified
  • What training is required and why
  • Responsibilities of those shipping hazardous materials by ground in the United States
  • Proper package selection and use
  • How to pack, mark and label items in accordance with the 49 CFR
  • How to prepare shipping papers according to the 49 CFR
  • Emergency response guidance

You need a copy of the most current 49 CFR book to complete this course. You can purchase the 49 CFR book here.

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