DOT Hazmat: Packaging

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About This Course

The objectives of this DOT Hazmat: Function Specific - Packaging course address the Federal Department of Transportation training requirements for 49 CFR 172.704(a)(2)(i).

Per 49 CFR 172.704(a)(2)(i)

Function-specific Training. (i) Each hazmat employee must be provided function-specific training concerning the requirements of this subchapter, or exemptions or special permits issued under subchapter A of this chapter, that are specifically applicable to the functions the employee performs.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

Distinguish between a "package" and "packaging" according to the HMR;
Identify the shipper's package and packaging responsibilities, and any exceptions to these requirements;
Describe special types of packaging, including generic and specific packaging requirements and exceptions;
Understand the packaging requirements and exceptions related to limited quantities, agriculture products, materials of trade, and lab packs; and
Identify packaging for damaged or leaking hazardous materials packages.