The IMDG Code contains clearly defined recommendations for the training of all staff who handle or process dangerous goods shipments for transportation by sea. The full training requirements can be found in the IMDG Code Volume 1, Chapter 1.3 (page 25). This Chapter also includes reference to "refresher training".

This programme will enable students to use IMDG codes to prepare dangerous goods shipments and associated documentation. A certificate of competence will be awarded to those who successfully complete the course and the written examination.

The course is suitable for students who have not attended any training on this subject before and those who are updating their knowledge in accordance with the refresher training requirements.

The course objectives are:

• Legal responsibilities
• Documentation
• Dangerous Goods classes
• Packaging, marking and labelling
• IBCs
• Stowage, separation and segregation
• Limited Quantities
• EmS
• MFAG

An examination is taken at the end of this programme.