DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements

Hazardous Materials Table

The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) are issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and govern the transportation of hazardous materials in interstate, intrastate and foreign commerce. The process of complying or determining compliance with the HMR, always centers on the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT).

Carrier Requirements – Air Introduction

This module is based on Part 175 of 49 CFR and presents the DOT requirements for transporting hazardous materials by air. Topics include quantity limitations, packaging requirements, excepted materials, separation requirements, and notification to the Pilot-in-Command.

What Is DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Certification?

DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Certification is a training program that teaches people how to safely handle and ship hazardous materials by air. This course helps participants meet U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) rules for safely transporting dangerous goods by air.

What Is DOT Hazmat with IATA Requirements Training?

DOT Hazmat with IATA Requirements Training is a course that covers both DOT and International Air Transport Association (IATA) rules for transporting hazardous materials by air. This training prepares participants to follow both U.S. and international safety standards.

What’s Included in DOT Hazmat with IATA Requirements Training?

This course includes training on packaging, labeling, documentation, and handling hazardous materials according to DOT and IATA rules, focusing on different aircraft types and operations.

What’s Included in This DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Training?

This training covers:

• Using the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) to identify and label hazardous materials.
• DOT requirements for air carriers under Part 175, such as packaging, quantity limits, and loading/unloading rules.
• Responsibilities for both shippers and air carriers, special exceptions, and notification guidelines to keep air transport safe.

Who Needs DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Certification?

This certification is required for anyone who handles, ships, or transports hazardous materials by air. This includes manufacturers, shipping and transportation staff, and anyone responsible for preparing hazardous materials for shipment.

How Many Modules Are in the DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Course?

The course has two main modules:

1. Hazardous Materials Table (HMT)
2. Air Carrier Requirements – Air Introduction

How Many Questions Are in the DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Course Final Exam?

The final exam typically has 20 to 30 questions (varies by provider) and tests knowledge from both course modules on DOT Hazmat Air Shipping requirements.

How Long Does DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Certification Last?

The certification is usually valid for three years. After that, recertification is needed to stay up-to-date with current safety rules and regulations.

How Can I Get a Refund for My DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Course?

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How Long Can I Access My DOT Hazmat Air Shipping Requirements Course Materials?

Your course will expire one (1) year after you purchase it (the date you submit payment), unless the course itself indicates otherwise.

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Hazardous Materials Table

After going through this module, you will be able to:

1. Identify information about a particular hazardous material, such as the hazard class or division, ID number, packing group, label codes, and other provisions from the HMT.
2. Apply your understanding of the HMT to identify the proper shipping name for a hazardous material and the basic description for a shipment of that hazardous material.
3. Define a hazardous substance and indicate the reportable quantity of that hazardous substance from the information provided in Tables 1 and 2 to Appendix A of the HMT.
4. Identify marine pollutants and severe marine pollutants using Appendix B of the HMT.

Carrier Requirements – Air Introduction

After going through this module, you will be able to:

1. Identify the DOT requirements for air transportation of hazardous materials, as set out in Subparts A, B, and C of Part 175.
2. Compare the uses of the guidelines found in Part 175 with those of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Air.
3. Distinguish between the responsibilities of the shipper and the air carrier.
4. State the notification guidelines for passengers, pilots and facilities.
5. Identify the exceptions to the Carrying of Hazmat in Cabins or on Flight Decks regulation.
6. Define cargo aircraft, passenger aircraft, forbidden and magnetic field.
7. Evaluate the packaging requirements for all air transportation.
8. Identify quantity limitations and exceptions, loading, and unloading and storage guidelines for air transportation.
9. Identify guidelines related to completing discrepancy and incident reports.