Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
Course
Inhouse
Description
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Type
Course
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
5 Days
Candidates will train to the standard required to pass the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) approved examinations to achieve the Dangerous Safety Adviser Vocational Training Certificate (VTC) in the Core paper (mandatory), Road mode paper and all classes. A DGSA may be employed only in the modes and classes for which a VTC has been awarded. Suitable for: Persons required, within the scope of their employment, to formally discharge the duties and functions of a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser. Persons wishing to pursue a career as a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser either as a consultant or within the scope of their employment.
About this course
No formal educational requirements. Current ADR qualification recommended. Dangerous goods industry experience desirable. Reasonable level of literacy and numeracy
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Course programme
Course Details
What Course Materials are Provided?
Course notes, Mock test and mock examination materials.
Main Areas Covered by Course:
- Core syllabus Road mode syllabus
- All Classes syllabus
- Role of the DGSA
- Carriage Regulations & ADR Regulations
- Product classification / Product identification
- Containment systems Marking
- Placarding, Labelling
- Documentation
- Compliance thresholds
- Emergency response, Environmental protection
- Road transport procedures and legislation & Statutory training requirements
Final Assessment:
SQA written examinations for all modules
Refresher Requirements:
5 years
Re-Verification of Qualifications:
Existing clients will be sent a reminder prior to expiry of certificate
Frequency of Course:
Quarterly plus additionally on demand
Additional information
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser