Shipping Lithium Batteries by Ground and Air
| DURATION: | Approximately 9 hours |
| CONTINUING EDUCATION: | 0.9 CEUs, 9 contact hours |
| COURSE ACCESS TIME: | 30 days |
| REGULATIONS SATISFIED: | 49 CFR, Part 172.704 (Subpart H) DGR 1.5 |
| PREREQUISITES: | None |
| RENEW AGAIN: | Every 3 years |
| TYPE OF TRAINING & CERTIFICATE: | This course is an interactive power point with audio and video. Students can come and go from the course as they need and will have 30 days to complete it. As soon as they complete this course they will receive a hazmat certification right away and can begin shipping via ground and air (domestically and internationally). |
Code: LBGA
Price: US $375.00 – contact us for group discounts
Lithium batteries and cells have made news in recent years for several instances of exploding while in transport, injuring people and damaging property. Although these batteries present hazards in certain conditions, they have become essential to the global marketplace, as they power the electronics many of us use every day. Therefore the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have created, and continued to refine, strict requirements for how such batteries must be handled during transport to avoid any safety incidents.
The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) require hazmat employees to undergo training before performing tasks related to hazardous materials. You must have training that details general awareness, safety, security and is function specific. Additionally, you will need to take refresher courses once every three years.
Having in-depth knowledge of your duties and safety measures in emergencies will help keep you and others safe in the workplace. Your training should relate to your job function and provide valuable insight into correctly performing your daily tasks.
DOT/IATA Hazmat Shipping Courses for Shipping Lithium Batteries Via Ground & Air
It’s no secret that most traditional DOT/IATA Hazmat shipping courses cover a broad range of information that may feel like it does not apply to you but this DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Shipping Course will give you a more tailored course specific to shipping batteries by ground while meeting the regulations outlined in 49 CFR 172.704 (subpart H) and DGR 1.5. This DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Shipping course is presented in an easy to understand manner that will help you apply these regulations at work. This course is required for any one who packages, ships or transports lithium or metal batteries by ground or air and who may be involved in labeling, marking, or signing off on DOT or IATA regulated paperwork.
The in-depth coverage of the requirements for selecting the proper packaging for your batteries that satisfies DOT and IATA Hazmat Shipping regulations makes this course unique and separates it from other standard Hazmat courses. You might be in one of those types of operations where more discussion on appropriate package selection and the actual packaging requirements is important to your job.
This course also will fulfill your bi-annual (IATA) and tri-annual (DOT) refresher requirement. Upon completion, you will receive a hazmat certificate documenting compliance with the DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Hazmat requirements with a function specific module on Shipping Lithium Batteries.
Will this course certify me to ship UN3480 & UN3481 via Ground & Air?
Yes, to ship UN3480 or UN3481 lithium-ion batteries, a lithium battery shipping certification is required. This is because lithium-ion batteries are classified as Class 9 hazardous materials due to their potential to overheat, short-circuit, and catch fire.
The training you need depends on the mode of transport (air, ground, or sea) and the specific regulations that apply to your shipment. The main regulatory bodies include:
- 49 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations): The regulations set by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for ground transportation within the United States.
- IATA/ICAO (International Air Transport Association): For air transport, a primary set of regulations that are widely used.
- IMO/IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) Code: For sea transport.
Proper training will cover key topics such as:
- Classification: Correctly identifying the UN number and hazard class.
- Packaging: Using UN-specification packaging that prevents short circuits and movement.
- Labeling and Marking: Applying the correct Class 9 hazard label, lithium battery handling mark, and other markings.
- Documentation: Preparing accurate shipping papers, such as a Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods.
- State of Charge (SoC): Ensuring lithium-ion batteries shipped by air do not exceed a 30% state of charge.
Given the complexity and strictness of these regulations, formal training from a certified provider such as Hazmat School is highly recommended and often mandatory for anyone involved in preparing or handling these shipments. If you ship lithium-ion batteries via ground and/or air this is the course for you! If you need to ship UN3480 or UN3481 via vessel, you can take a look at the list of all of our lithium-ion battery courses here.
What to Expect in 49 CFR DOT and IATA DGR 1.5 Lithium Battery Training
Personnel who are involved with lithium battery shipping (such as shipping battery-powered vehicles or electronic devices such as laptops and cell phones that run on lithium batteries) must complete DOT/IATA Hazmat Lithium Battery Training. You will come away from this course with an understanding of the best methods for monitoring and keeping records of lithium battery and cell shipments, as well as how to classify, package, mark, and label these shipments. You will learn about size restrictions for lithium batteries as well as emergency communication protocol. You will also find out how to dispose of or recycle used batteries and how to handle batteries that are damaged and be certified to sign off on regulated documents.
Course Objectives
The structure and objectives of this online Lithium Battery Shipping course are centered on the requirements outlined in the 49 CFR DOT Hazmat regulation as well as DGR 1.5 IATA requirements. This course will provide students with information on how to properly select packaging, labels, marking, placards and will give them the awareness of methods designed to enhance transportation security, security risks associated with hazardous materials transportation (HM-232) and response actions to possible security threats.
Each module is based on one or more of the following requirements. Upon completion of this program, the participants will have completed the following:
DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Shipping Training (General, Safety & Security Modules)-
- Met the requirements of 49 CFR, Part 172.704 for certification in hazardous materials handling and transportation.
- Met the requirements of DGR 1.5 IATA for certification in dangerous goods handling and transportation.
- Reviewed the requirements of the DOT and IATA requirements relative to the transportation of hazardous materials.
- Assessed the basic safety elements, including recognition and identification of hazardous materials as required by the DOT regulations, IATA DGR and the Hazard Communication Standard.
- Evaluated the basic operations required for handling emergencies involving hazardous materials for the Hazmat Employee.
- Reviewed the nine hazard classes and associated them with the appropriate placards for use in transportation.
- Assessed the specific requirements for shipping hazardous materials, including the need to consult with the manufacturer of the package type used.
- Evaluated what exceptions negate the need for these packaging requirements
Function Specific Lithium Battery Module-
1. Introduction to Shipping Lithium Batteries via Ground & Air
2. Training Requirements
3. Lithium Ion Batteries (LIB)
4. Lithium Ion Batteries Contained in Equipment
5. Lithium Ion Batteries Packed with Equipment
6. Lithium Metal batteries (LMB)
7. Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment
8. Lithium Metal Batteries Packed with Equipment
9. Disposal and Recycling
10. Damaged or Defective Lithium Batteries
Course Requirements
Students will have to complete review sections along the way and a final exam at the end of the course. You will need a computer or iPad with Internet access and an email account. No text is required; all course materials are available online. The course will take approximately 6 hours to complete but you can come and go as you need.
Grading Policy
To successfully complete this course, you must score a 75% or more on the final exam. You will have three opportunities to retake this test if you do not pass on your first attempt. After your third attempt, you will need to re-enroll in the course.
Course Schedule and Deadlines
You will access this course online and be able to retrieve and view information for 30 days. You can choose to complete the course in one sitting, or take as many breaks as you would like. After 30 days, you will have to re-enroll in the course to complete it. When you complete the course, we will send you a PDF certificate immediately.
Do You Transport Hazmat?
People who physically transport lithium batteries must receive this required training, as well as, individuals who prepare hazmat for transport. You will need to earn an initial United States Department of Transportation hazmat packaging and International Air Transport Association certification, and you’ll need to undergo DOT and IATA refresher training every two to three years.
As an employer, it is your responsibility to ensure your employees have the necessary training. If you want to break into an industry where you will package hazmat for transport, you can make yourself more readily employable by proactively completing a DOT hazmat packaging certification course with Hazmat School.
Do You Package Lithium Batteries for Shipment?
It’s impossible to overstate the importance of DOT/IATA hazmat shipping courses for hazardous material packaging employees. When your employees have completed the necessary training and earned their certification, your business may be protected from costly fines and litigation if an incident occurs during transport or when hazardous materials are received at their destination. This type of training also has the potential to save lives and prevent injuries.
Do You Select the Boxes, Drums, Cylinders or Other Packaging for Your Products?
Choosing the right packing for hazardous materials is a big responsibility. While some employers take this responsibility for granted, you shouldn’t. If your employees use the wrong kind of containers for hazmat, it can have serious consequences and result in bodily injuries, property damage or even death.
To minimize the chances that any of those things could occur, you need to ensure your employees complete a domestic hazmat packaging course online with Hazmat School.
Industries That Require This Course
Penalties for failing to comply with DOT and IATA mandates as they relate to the packaging and transportation of dangerous goods are steep. In fact, companies can be fined $99,756 for every individual violation. Failure to have the right kind of training and certifications can lead to costly penalties of more than $601 per day, per violation.
Whether it can save you tens of thousands or hundreds of dollars per day, this affordable DOT/IATA Lithium Battery Shipping Course certification courses offered by Hazmat School are certainly worth the price. If your business is in one of the industries listed below, get the training you and your employees need at Hazmat School:
- Trucking
- Cell and Battery Manufacturing
- Freight
- Automotive
- Appliances
- Electronics
This list is far from complete. Even the packaging of everyday items like batteries requires employers and employees to have the requisite DOT/IATA training. Whether you pack and ship tons or a few pounds of hazardous materials every day, you must earn your United States Department of Transportation packaging certification to satisfy current mandates.
Why Choose Hazmat School for Your Lithium Battery Training Courses?
Hazmat school offers high-quality online training courses. Our training courses help ensure your business passes inspections when shipping hazardous materials so you can encourage a productive workplace without the risk of penalties or fines. We offer a high-quality learning experience at affordable prices, with discounted rates for government workers and groups.
All of our courses are entirely self-paced, so each student can work through their materials in whatever area best suits them and when they have the time to do so. With additional remote help from expert instructors, students at Hazmat School have access to beneficial resources 24/7. Our enrollment is instantaneous, so you can begin working through your course materials as soon as possible.
Register for DOT Hazmat for Lithium Batteries Shipments by Ground Training Today
Hazmat School provides safety training for employees who perform duties that must comply with DOT and OSHA requirements. Our Lithium Battery Shipping training courses are entirely online, and we give over 20,000 students a year the proper certification they need to promote a safe workplace.
Enroll in our Lithium Battery Hazmat course today and receive your hazmat shipping certification when it’s convenient for you. We’ll give you everything you need to become certified.
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FAQs
Who needs to be DOT/IATA hazmat trained?
A “hazmat employer” is required to train all “hazmat employees.” A hazmat employee is anyone who directly affects the shipment of a hazardous material. For example, you will need DOT/IATA training if you:
- Determine if a material is a hazardous waste or hazardous substance;
- Sign a hazmat shipping document or a hazardous waste manifest;
- Classify materials;
- Assign packing groups or hazard classes;
- Select shipping descriptions;
- Design, select, purchase, or fills packages;
- Load, unload, move, handle, or work around hazardous materials (e.g., warehouses or loading docks);
- Determine markings or labels to be applied to a package;
- Determine if placards are required, provides placards, or affixes placards;
- Determine what should appear on shipping papers or if you fill out shipping papers;
- Determine emergency response information to be included with shipping papers;
- Select carriers or modes of transportation to be used;
- Determine if a package can be reused, if a package is empty, or if a package needs reconditioning (e.g., tank cars, cargo tanks, and drums);
- Respond to damaged containers, spills, or leaks and reports incidents; and
- Operate any vehicle or equipment used to transport hazardous materials.
- Contractors and supervisors who manage or handle hazmat
FedEx, UPS, DHL, or other carriers will ask to see your DOT /IATA Hazmat certification in order to send out the hazmat. You will receive your hazmat certification immediately upon completion of this course. Once you have this certification you may be able to start shipping or transporting right away.
Do I need additional training if I ship by sea?
Yes, if you are shipping hazmat by sea you will need to go through IMDG training. If you ship by all modes of transportation you can take our Multimodal DOT/IATA/IMDG Shipping Course that covers all 3.
How often do I need to renew my DOT & IATA certification?
You will need to renew your DOT hazmat certification every 3 years and your IATA DGR certification should be renewed every 2 years.
We always send out reminders 60 days before your certificate is set to expire so you don’t let it lapse.
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