An International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) course is required for anyone who handles or ships dangerous materials by sea. The training covers safety and compliance regulations when handling or transporting hazardous materials. Employees who have completed the course in the past are required to refresh their certification at least once every three years.
Whether you want to learn independently or complete the training with your staff, an online course offers the ultimate flexibility and convenience. Follow these steps to choose the right IMDG program.
1. Research Training Programs
When looking for training courses, consider whether the provider:
- Offers initial and recurring training programs
- Thoroughly covers all the relevant regulations
- Provides multimodal training for other transportation modes
- Has a history of reputable and trustworthy services
- Has good customer testimonials from past students
2. Look at the Course Material
The quality of a course depends on the instructional materials. Check the objectives to ensure they cover the foundational knowledge needed to ship hazardous materials according to the IMDG code.
The training should cover mandated procedures for the transport of dangerous goods with shipping and handling processes. Consider whether the course has lessons with multiple-choice quizzes or if there is a final exam. Learn what’s required to pass the training.
3. Consider Your Schedule and Timeline
Learn the duration of the course to determine if it’s a good fit for your schedule. Identify whether you can work through the lessons at your own pace and whether you have to complete the work within a certain period.
4. Identify Instructional Support and Guidance
While you can often take online courses at any time of day or night, getting the support and guidance you need is important. Check the course descriptions to see when experienced remote instructors will be available to answer your questions.
5. Review the Costs and Complete Your Registration
Learn how much the course will cost and identify any saving opportunities you could use. After looking at competitive pricing, finalize your decision and complete your registration.
Start Your Learning or Certification Journey Today
Hazmat School offers many online courses, including the IMDG training program for shipping clerks, shippers, port personnel, cargo handlers, freight forwarders, dockworkers and longshore workers.
After completing the three-hour training and answering at least 75% of questions correctly on a multiple-choice final exam, you’ll immediately be able to print your personalized certification.
Enroll in our program or contact our team to get started.
Manages Hazmat School’s E-Learning courses and blog. Kirstie has extensive experience in the online training and education industry. Kirstie has worked with courses that offer a variety of safety and environmental certifications that satisfy OSHA, EPA and DOT requirements.
