HAMILTON, ON (April 30, 2008) - The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has developed four e-courses for those with responsibilities for the transportation of dangerous goods. The courses are intended for those who handle, offer for transport, transport, or import dangerous goods in Canada, or who are responsible for dangerous goods activities. The courses provide detailed descriptions of the requirements of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act and Regulations, as well as practical information on compliance and safe practices.
Every day, products designated as dangerous goods are imported into Canada and shipped from one point to another within Canada by way of our highways, railways, airports and harbours. When preparing goods for shipment and during the course of transportation there is potential for mishaps and resulting harm to human life and the environment. It is critical that everyone responsible for and involved in transporting dangerous goods know how to work safely and according to the requirements of the TDG Act and Regulations.
CCOHS’ TDG courses were developed to meet the specific needs of the various jobs and roles of those who handle, ship, carry or receive dangerous goods. They are Transportation of Dangerous Goods; TDG: An Overview; TDG for Carriers; and TDG for Consignors/Consignees.
Transportation of Dangerous Goods, comprised of eight modules, is the most comprehensive course of the four. It is designed for managers, supervisors, business owners - anyone responsible to ensure that all work involving dangerous goods is properly done, and who need to understand the TDG requirements for all job functions.
TDG: An Overview provides a general description of TDG and helps promote awareness and good practice in all aspects of the transportation of dangerous goods. It is intended for managers, workers and others who should know about TDG, but are not responsible for TDG activities.
TDG for Carriers covers topics specific to those who transport dangerous goods, and/or load and unload shipments.
TDG for Consignors/Consignees is intended for shippers and receivers of dangerous goods in the TDG system.
All of the TDG courses reflect Amendment 6 to the TDG Regulations published in the Canada Gazette on February 20, 2008. As with all CCOHS e-courses, participants can contact CCOHS subject specialists to ask specific questions that may arise. There are quizzes throughout and a certificate of completion is issued upon passing the exam.
CCOHS courses are unique in that they are developed by experts in the field, and reviewed by representatives from labour, employers and government to ensure the content and approach are unbiased and credible. Courses are available in English and French.