Dangerous Goods Training

Dangerous Goods Training

The North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC) is providing another chance for businesses to attend the Dangerous Goods by Road and Sea course that ran last year.

Hartlepool Enterprise Centre will play host to the Dangerous Goods by Road and Sea training, a three-day course to be held on 18-20 May this year. The cost will be £325 per person for NECC members, and £380 for non-members.

This practical course explains companies’ legal responsibilities relating to the carriage of dangerous goods by road and sea. The format is relaxed and informal and the tutor will be pleased to answer any questions attendees may have.

The training complies with the European Road Regulations (ADR) which are implemented in the UK by Statutory Instrument (SI 2007 No 1573) and the IMDG Code for Sea. In the UK, the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is responsible for monitoring the regulations, and use of the Marine Pollutants Act enables this body to enforce the IMDG Code when breaches are suspected. The Department for Transport Dangerous Goods Office is responsible for the enforcement of ADR.

Who should attend this course?

It is a legal requirement that all staff involved in the movement of dangerous goods must complete a training course covering general awareness, function specific and safety training.

Course programme

The course covers all classes of dangerous goods except radioactive materials. There will be an examination on the last day, with a pass mark of 75%. A certificate valid for two years will be issued upon successful completion – in order to retain your certification you must undergo a re-validation course prior to the expiry date of your certificate.

Bespoke Training

If you are unable to attend on the scheduled dates, the NECC can bring this or any other international trade course to your place of work and tailor it to meet your company needs – please call to discuss.

How do I book?

Contact the NECC on 0300 303 6322, e-mail brian.dakers@necc.co.uk or book online at www.necc.co.uk.