Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) 7.4 – Handling, Loading and Unloading Cargo at Warehouse/Aircraft

Overview

About this course

2.0h$95

This course addresses the knowledge required by personnel responsible for handling cargo in a warehouse, loading and unloading unit load devices, and loading and unloading passenger baggage and aircraft cargo compartments.

In accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)’s competency-based approach to dangerous goods training, which came into effect on 1 January 2023, those involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air are required to be a) trained and b) assessed to demonstrate their competence to perform the function(s) for which they are responsible.

After completing the course, participants must follow their organization’s procedures for completing a competency-based assessment.

Competencies

Competencies obtained

On completion of this course participants will be able to:

Become familiar with the legal requirements for dangerous goods, restrictions, proper handling and storage, labelling, marking and documentation rules
Understand that some items may endanger the safety of the aircraft or persons board, and the carriage of these dangerous goods by air may be either prohibited or restricted
Identify hidden dangerous goods in cargo, mail, and passenger baggage
Understand, explain, and apply the basic procedures in the event of an incident or emergency involving dangerous goods

Content

Course content

This course covers the following topics:

Introduction to Dangerous Goods

Hidden Dangerous Goods

Dangerous Goods Carried by Passengers and Crew

Roles and Responsibilities

Classification and Packaging

Batteries

Marking and Documentation

Storage and Loading

Notification to Captain

Emergency Procedures

Enroling

Who should enrol?

Those involved in the transport of dangerous goods by air must complete training and assessment based on the function(s) they perform every 2 years
This course is designed for personnel responsible for handling cargo in a warehouse, loading and unloading unit load devices, and loading and unloading passenger baggage and aircraft cargo compartments (Function 7.4 – previously CAT 5 & 8)
This may include freight forwarder, airline, airport operator, and ground handling personnel

Aviation Security Officer

Conducts passenger and baggage screening, monitors restricted areas, and maintains high security standards across the airport.

Reviews

Customer reviews

Being in a cargo industry for years,I'am grateful that I took this online course and gained more knowledge in proper handling of dangerous-goods. I will be confident now accepting inquiries from importers and exporters which hesitation is present every time they are asking me about DG items.

Myra

Excellent refresher.

Aubrey

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Yes – Ceventas, the company behind Klayo and the Online Learning Centre, is an ICAO TRAINAIR Plus member and all courses are accredited by Airports Council International (ACI).