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TDG Competency-Based Train the Trainer
A 16-hour instructor-led certification course over two-days is designed for professionals who train employees in the safe handling, shipping, receiving, and transportation of dangerous goods.
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The TDG Competency-Based Train the Trainer course is a comprehensive, instructor-led program designed to certify trainers responsible for delivering TDG training to employees handling, shipping, receiving, or transporting dangerous goods. Participants will learn how to deliver Danatec’s TDG General Awareness Training (GAT), issue competency exercises, and assess learner performance in compliance with TDG standards.
Qualification & Certification
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Full Course Outline
General Awareness Training Modules:
- Introduction to the Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- What is TDG?
- Roles and Responsibilities
- TDG Schedules
- General Provisions, Special Cases and Exemptions
- Classification
- Documentation
- Dangerous Goods Safety Marks
- Means of Containment
- Train With a Purpose
- Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAPs)
- Reporting Requirements
- TDG GAT Final Exam
Competencies Assessed:
- Classification of Dangerous Goods
- Safety Marks
- Packing Options
- Means of Containment
- Setting Up Overpacks
- Loading Means of Containment
- Shipping Documentation
- ERAP Requirements
- Managing Dangerous Goods During Transport
- Unloading Dangerous Goods
- Responding to an Incident


Course Details & Certification
Course Duration
Two 16-hour days to complete, including instructor-led training and pre-course online training.
Certificate Of Completion
Upon successful course completion, a role-specific certificate signed by an employer, is issued to the learner. All general awareness training and completed competencies will are identified on the certificate.
Program Testing
Competency exercises throughout to engage learners. Final exam with a passing score of 80%.
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