It is a requirement by law that comprehensive and approved training must be given to all staff involved in the packing, marking, labelling and the completion of the dangerous goods documentation.

The regulations covering the transportation of dangerous goods by air are issued by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) publish an annual Dangerous Goods Manual which is recognised as the industry standard and is used on the course.

All students who pass the CAA examinations are registered as approved to sign for dangerous goods consignments. Certificates are valid for 24 months.

It is also a requirement of law that revalidation training be carried out every 24 months for renewal of certificates.

Cargo Training International trainers are approved by the UK Civil Aviation Authority.

The full three day course will enable students to:

• Apply the information given in the ICAO and IATA regulations to dangerous goods shipments
• Check that packing, marking and labelling meet ICAO/IATA standards
• Interpret dangerous goods lists
• Recognise prohibited items
• Understand packing instructions
• Recognise marking and labelling
• Understand the shipper's and the carrier's responsibilities
• Complete dangerous goods documentation

On completion of this course, which includes a written examination, candidates will receive a certificate endorsed by the UK CAA.

All certificate holders are registered with the Approval Authority. Certificates are valid for 24 months.