Load / Unload Dangerous Goods for Transport by Road
US 242990 NQF Level 4 10 credits 1 Day
This course focuses on the safe loading and off-loading of dangerous goods for transport by road, including legal and standards-based requirements, documentation, PPE, operational arrangements, practical loading procedures and safe freight securing.
Accreditation
Liderazgo is accredited with the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) under accreditation number TETA13-327. The current accreditation scope includes Unit Standard 242990 - Load/Unload Dangerous Goods for Transportation by Road, at NQF Level 4 for 10 credits.
The current TETA accreditation extension is valid from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2028, subject to the lifespan of the unit standard and legislative changes.
Day 1 Includes
- Theory and practical
- In-class activities
- Final examination
- Practical evaluation
Course Overview
The course addresses the increased risks associated with dangerous goods, including chemicals, and the controls required to protect people and the natural environment. It focuses on standard operating procedures and applicable South African National Standards requirements for loading and unloading packaged goods and bulk.
Once the theory component has been completed, learners complete a practical evaluation outside with a facilitator.
Standards, Procedures & Documentation
Requirements for preparing, loading, unloading and documenting dangerous goods
- Standard operating procedures for loading and unloading packaged goods and bulk
- Applicable requirements of South African National Standards 10231
- Procedures for loading and unloading packaged and/or bulk goods for different types of transport
- Danger warning diamonds and warning placards
- TREM cards and Dangerous Goods Declarations
- Relevant documentation required by South African National Standards codes of practice, International Maritime Dangerous Goods requirements, International Civil Aviation Organization codes and national legislation
- Placards for packaged goods and bulk
- Personal Protective Equipment requirements for loading and unloading packaged goods and bulk
Operational Compliance
Post Loading / Unloading
- Comply with standard operating procedures after loading or unloading dangerous goods
- Apply relevant SANS 10231 requirements
- Follow applicable statutory procedures
- Adhere to safety procedures during loading and unloading
Operational Arrangements
- Comply with the contents of operational arrangements
- Identify and explain documentation required by the driver
- Identify duties and responsibilities of parties to the agreement
- Understand the roles of consignor, operator, consignee and other identified parties
- Explain the purpose of an operational arrangement
Handling & Storage Context
- Safe handling, loading and off-loading of loads
- Approaches to securing loads before, during and after travel
- Storage of dangerous goods and general loads
- Identification of hazardous chemicals
- Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling
- Applicable legislation and codes of practice
Theoretical Learning Outcomes
Core knowledge required for dangerous goods loading and off-loading
- Legislation and standards, including SABS and SANS codes
- Identification and labelling requirements of hazardous substances
- PPE requirements
- Load / unload requirements
- Duties and responsibilities of relevant parties
- Compatibility, segregation and classes of dangerous goods
- Handling, storage and disposal of dangerous goods
- Danger warning diamonds, warning placards, TREM cards and Dangerous Goods Declarations
Practical Evaluation
Prepare for Loading
Prepare for the loading process in accordance with the practical evaluation requirements.
Conduct Loading & Secure Freight
Conduct the loading process and secure freight safely.
Conduct Off-Loading
Carry out the off-loading process in accordance with required procedures.
Assessment & Competency
Assessment Approach
Training is outcome-based and includes formative assessment, in-class activities, a final examination and a practical evaluation.
Theoretical Competency
Learners are required to achieve 80% and above for theoretical assessments.
Practical Competency
Learners are required to achieve 100% for practical assessments.
Training Aids
- Slide show presentation
Learner Material & Completion
All learners are provided with a Learner Guide.
A certificate is provided on completion of the course.
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