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The objectives of this DOT Hazmat: Function Specific - Shipping Papers 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.
Course Facts
What You Get
Certificate of Completion
Duration
1 Hour
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access
Courses Available 24/7
Course Structure
At your own pace, save progress as you go
Course Updates
Content is updated and current
Course Credit
1 hour
Course Outline
- Section 1 - Course Overview
- Section 2 - About Shipping Papers
- Section 3 - Completing Shipping Papers Steps 1-3
- Section 4 - Exemptions and Special Permits
- Section 5 - Requirements by Mode of Transportation
- Section 6 - Technical Names, Exceptions, and Additional Information
- Section 7 - Hazardous Substances and Radioactive Materials
- Section 8 - Shippers Certification
- Section 9 - General Formatting and Emergency Response Final Exam
At the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Explain the purpose of shipping papers;
- Demonstrate how to fill out a shipping paper;
- Describe guidelines related to the emergency response number;
- Compare shipper's certification requirements for domestic, international, and air shipments; and
- Identify record retention requirements for shipping papers relating to hazardous materials.