An intensive professional development training course on
IMDG Code for Freight Forwarders, Shippers, and Port Operators
Ensuring Safe and Compliant Maritime Transport of Dangerous Goods
Why Choose IMDG Code for Freight Forwarders, Shippers, and Port Operators Training Course?
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code is the globally recognized standard for the safe transportation of hazardous materials by sea. It is essential for professionals involved in shipping, freight forwarding, and port operations to have a deep understanding of the IMDG Code to ensure legal compliance, safeguard personnel, protect the environment, and avoid costly delays or accidents. This IMDG Code for Freight Forwarders, Shippers, and Port Operators training course equips participants with the practical skills and regulatory knowledge required to classify, document, label, pack, and handle dangerous goods in line with the latest IMDG Code amendments.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the scope and structure of the IMDG Code and its legal framework
- Correctly classify and identify dangerous goods using the code’s structure
- Apply the code’s packing, marking, and labeling instructions
- Prepare shipping documentation in compliance with the IMDG Code
- Recognize responsibilities and safety measures at each stage of the transport chain
- Manage emergency procedures and incident response protocols effectively
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Freight forwarders and shipping agents
- Port and terminal operators
- Logistics and supply chain professionals
- Dangerous goods safety advisors (DGSAs)
- Exporters, importers, and cargo planners
- Maritime transport compliance officers
- Warehouse and packaging supervisors handling marine cargo
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.
The Course Content
- Overview of maritime regulations and the role of the IMO
- Structure, scope, and purpose of the IMDG Code
- Legal responsibilities and enforcement
- General provisions and obligations for shippers and carriers
- Dangerous goods transport chain: roles and risk exposure
- Hazard classes, divisions, and packing groups
- UN numbers and proper shipping names (PSNs)
- Substances not accepted for transport by sea
- Use of the Dangerous Goods List (DGL)
- Case studies on classification and compatibility
- General packing requirements and provisions
- Use of packing instructions (PIs) from the DGL
- Marking and labeling standards and examples
- Container and vehicle placarding
- Limited quantities, excepted quantities, and exemptions
- Dangerous goods transport documentation
- Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD)
- Multimodal Dangerous Goods Form (MDGF)
- Stowage and segregation principles
- Loading/unloading, handling, and securing procedures
- Port and shipboard responsibilities
- Coordination with customs and regulatory agencies
- Emergency response information and spill response planning
- Incident reporting and handling protocols
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and first aid overview
- Review of recent and upcoming IMDG Code amendments
- Final case study: end-to-end compliance scenario from shipper to port
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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