Overview
This course aims to train shippers, cargo agents and offshore personnel in the safe transport of radioactive material by sea.
Price
£228
Duration
1 Day
Location
This course is usually delivered at our training centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.
Certificate
Delegates complete an examination at the end of the course, with an 80% pass mark required to achieve an NSL training certificate, valid for two years.
Structure
The course combines PowerPoint presentations, IAEA video, course handouts and shortcut sheets. IMDG Code manuals are used for the day.
Content
The course will ensure that personnel responsible for shipping radioactive material by sea can:
Understand and apply the IMDG Code with respect to radioactive material transport by sea
Understand and fulfil their responsibilities in respect to transporting radioactive material
Identify the criteria for the classification of radioactive material
Identify radioactive material which is forbidden for sea transport
Assign proper shipping names and UN numbers
Understand and apply the information contained in the List of Dangerous Goods
Mark and label packages
Document shipments
Correctly pack radioactive material in the appropriate packaging
Determine activity limits, criticality, transport index and transport category.
Accept or reject a shipment
Recognise when additional documentation is required
Note
Prior dangerous goods training is a prerequisite, e.g. current Dangerous Goods by Sea Course or DG awareness training certificate
Who will benefit
This course is aimed relevant personnel working with radioactive materials including:
- Shippers/cargo agents and staff responsible for radioactive shipments
- Decommissioning personnel
- Warehouse Team Leads
- Quayside supervisors
- Platform material controllers
- Drilling material controllers
More course information
If you would like more information about this course, including course content and upcoming delivery dates, please get in touch with our team. We'll be happy to discuss your requirements and help you find the best training option for your needs.
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