Ground Transportation 49 CFR Training for Shippers
Availability
On-Demand
Access expires 365 days after purchase
Credit Offered
5 CEU Credits

If your company ships hazardous materials or dangerous goods in the United States, you must comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Code of Federal Regulations, 49 CFR. The 49 CFR requires that employees involved in shipping hazardous materials within the U.S. receive training (49 CFR, Subpart H, Section 172.704). This course meets the minimum training requirements specified in the 49 CFR for employees shipping and handling hazardous materials.

This course is intended to meet applicable training requirements in 49CFR, Subpart H, Section 172.704 for ground shipper staff. 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).

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
Safety and security awareness and emergency response guidance