This refresher course provides an overview of key concepts related to the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials in compliance with US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Topics include identifying hazardous materials, the nine DOT hazard classes, the roles of OSHA, DOT, and USEPA, and safe shipping procedures. Learners will review the use of the Hazardous Materials Table, placarding, and performance packaging codes, along with emergency response information and safety practices. DISCLAIMER: This course serves as a refresher - learners must complete all required formal training to remain compliant. (Last Updated: April 2025)
With Mitti you can
With Mitti you can
The full course includes
- Introduction to Hazardous Materials (Hazmat)
- How to Identify a Hazmat
- Regulating the Transport of Hazmat
- Shipping Hazmat Safely
- Emergency Response Information
- Final Assessment
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Mitti (by SafetyCulture) is the operations system for every site, shift and standard. Trusted by over 80,000 organisations, Mitti brings your people, operational data and workflows into one operating picture. From the frontline to the boardroom, it gives everyone a clear understanding of what's happening, highlights what needs attention and recommends what to do next. Every inspection completed, issue raised and action taken becomes intelligence your teams can use to improve every day.