Course Timing

9:00 am to 6:00 pm
(Lunch will be provided)

Course Objectives

This course is designed to train drivers who are involved in the transportation and handling of hazardous materials. Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

• Explain the 9 classes of hazardous substances and their identification
• Explain the purpose and legislation requirements on the transport of hazardous materials
• Explain the roles and responsibilities of drivers in an emergency
• Explain the basic principles on the chemistry of fire and be able to operate a fire extinguisher effectively.

Course Contents

• Hazard classes and their identification
• Legislation and code of practice
• Emergency procedures
• Properties of fire and proper usage of fire extinguishers
• 5-Point Safety Checks on LPG systems in households

Audience

The course is meant for Drivers involved in the transportation and handling of Hazardous Materials

Assessment

An assessment will be held at the end of the course

Note

• CLOSING DATE for each application is 1 week prior to the course date (to accommodate SCDF mandated submissions and protocols for each participant)