Transportation of Dangerous Goods
A beginner's guide to the Canadian TDG Act and Regulations, from classifying a product to marking, documenting and shipping it safely. It is built around the practical questions that come up on the job, such as whether a product is regulated, who is responsible for classification, which safety marks are required, and what to do after a spill.
Course Overview
2h 8mAfter completing this course you'll understand:
- Explain the purpose of the TDG Act and Regulations and who must comply with them
- Determine whether a product is regulated, exempt or forbidden from transport
- Describe when TDG training is required, who issues certificates and what they must contain
- Identify the information needed to classify a dangerous good and what counts as proof of classification
- Recognise the nine classes of dangerous goods and the safety marks that apply to each
- Prepare and check the documents required to ship dangerous goods
- Select appropriate means of containment and apply loading and segregation requirements
- Respond appropriately to a spill or emergency and meet reporting obligations
About this course
A beginner TDG course covering classification, the nine classes, safety marks, shipping documents, segregation and emergency response.
This course is an introduction to the Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act and Regulations for people who ship, handle or transport dangerous goods. It is built around the practical questions that come up on the job, such as whether a product is regulated, who is responsible for classification, which safety marks are required, and what to do after a spill. Content moves from a general overview through training requirements, classification, the nine classes, safety marks, reporting, shipping documents, means of containment, segregation, emergency situations and special cases. A final exam closes the course.
What you'll learn
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
1 lesson · 130 min- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
What you'll get
Question and answer format
Each topic is framed as a practical workplace question, such as how to select packaging or what to do if an inspector asks for training records.
Coverage of all nine classes
A dedicated section walks through the nine classes of dangerous goods and the safety marks associated with them.
Familiarity checks throughout
Short review questions appear at the end of the overview, training and later sections so you can confirm what you have retained.
Final exam
A closing exam covers material from across the twelve sections.
Completion certificate
A certificate of completion is available once the course and final exam are finished.
Why choose us
The course answers the questions people actually ask when they start working with dangerous goods, in plain language and in the order the work happens. Familiarity checks and a final exam let you confirm your understanding before you apply it on the job.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?
It is written for beginners who consign, handle, load, unload or transport dangerous goods, and for supervisors and administrative staff who prepare shipping documents.
Do I need previous TDG experience?
No. The course starts with what dangerous goods are and what the TDG Act and Regulations are meant to do, then builds up to classification, marks and documentation.
Does this course make me a certified TDG handler?
The course explains how TDG training certificates work, who issues them and what information they must contain. Under the TDG Regulations the employer issues the certificate, so you should confirm with your employer how your certificate will be issued and recorded.
Does the course cover air and marine shipments?
It explains which regulations apply when goods are sent by air or marine and touches on reciprocity between Canada and the United States, but the main focus is on the Canadian TDG Regulations.
How long does it take?
There are 245 slides across 12 sections. Most learners need about five hours in total, and the course can be completed over more than one sitting.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. Short familiarity check questions appear throughout the sections, and a final exam appears at the end of the course.
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