2027 Training Schedule
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SUNDAY, MAY 2 |
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Multimodal Transportation of Lithium Batteries
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This course provides in-depth and up-to-date information on how to ship lithium batteries by all modes using US domestic and international regulations including: 49 CFR, ICAO/IATA, and IMDG Code. The course will cover lithium battery test summary requirements, classification, packing, marking/labeling, documentation, and related exceptions as well as used, damaged, or defective batteries. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: Previous certification for 49CFR, IATA and/or IMDG Code recommended, but not required. Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference workbook will be provided by the instructor. |
Jerry Green
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IMDG Code: International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code Advanced Recurrent (Amd 43-26) |
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This Recurrent Training course will cover the major changes and revisions of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, Amendment 43-26. This course is designed for shippers, freight forwarders, third-party logistics entities, carriers, and other hazardous materials / dangerous goods professionals preparing DG shipments for transport by sea. Function-specific topics include enforcement, classification, use of the IMDG Code’s List of Dangerous Goods, packaging of dangerous goods, loading of cargo transport units, marking, labeling, placarding, documentation, stowage, and segregation. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: 49 CFR Training (General Awareness, Function Specific, Safety, Security Awareness and In-Depth Security); Initial IMDG Code Training Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and handouts will be provided by the instructor.Students will be required to have access to the IMDG Code Amd. 43-26 regulations. |
Bureau of Dangerous Goods
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MONDAY, MAY 3 |
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Advanced Air Dangerous Goods Recurrent Training |
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This course provides students with a refresher in the knowledge to read and apply the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, as well as how to comply with new requirements in the Edition 68. It will cover terms and definitions, proper shipping names, hazard classes, identification numbers, packing groups, state and operator variations, packaging, labeling, marking, and certification of shipping documents. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: 49 CFR Initial Training (including General Awareness, Function-Specific, Safety & Security Transportation Compliance) Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and handouts will be provided by the instructor. Students will be required to have access to the IATA DGR Edition 68 regulations. |
SGS North America Inc.
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THURSDAY, MAY 6 |
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Ground Transportation 49 CFR Initial & Recurrent |
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This course provides students with a comprehensive initial and recurrent training on 49 CFR regulations to deliver function-specific instruction for employees involved in the ground transportation of hazardous materials within the United States. Designed to meet the regulatory training standards set out in 49 CFR §172.704, this course fulfills the minimum training requirements for hazmat employees engaged in offering hazardous materials for ground transportation. Students will gain knowledge of:
Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Prerequisite: General Awareness Training Students will be required to have access to the current copy of the 49 CFR (October 1, 2026) book or access to the online e-CFR. Bring Your Laptop: You will need to have access to your laptop during this training to take the final exam. |
CHEMTREC®
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HazMat Shipping by US Postal Service (USPS)
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8:00am – 12:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This course will provide guidance on the use of the USPS Publication 52, Hazardous, Restricted, and Perishable Mail to prepare hazardous materials for safe handling and transport, with a special focus on batteries in the mail. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Course Materials: Course handouts will be provided by the instructor. Students will be required to have access to the online USPS Pub 52 Bring Your Laptop: You will need to have access to your laptop during this training. |
Lion Technology
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WORKSHOP: Challenges of Classifications & Application of
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1:00pm – 5:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Workshop Description: This interactive, scenario-based workshop will explore real-world challenges in dangerous goods classification and the application of exceptions and special provisions. Participants will work through examples involving combustible liquids, alcohol-based products, lithium battery-powered equipment, robots, laboratory samples, and mixtures with multiple hazards. The workshop will highlight practical differences by mode of transport, helping participants develop a practical approach to evaluating classification questions and determining which exceptions and special provisions apply. Designed for professionals responsible for dangerous goods classification, compliance, shipping, packaging, or regulatory decision-making, this workshop will provide practical strategies for navigating complex classification and exception scenarios. Workshop Materials: Workshop handouts will be provided by the instructor. Bring Your Laptop: You will need to have access to your laptop during this workshop. |
Richard Trester
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FRIDAY, MAY 7 |
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ADR 2027: Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road - Recurrent |
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: This function-specific course is designed for those requiring knowledge of the regulations for the transportation of dangerous goods by road throughout countries in Europe, Asia and Africa. The training will cover the fundamental and important aspects of these regulations, including exemptions and limited quantities, classification, use of Tables A & B in Part 3, packing instructions, mixed packing, tank transport, marking, labeling, and documentation by following the changes in the 2027 edition. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Pre-requisite: Initial ADR Training Course Materials: Students will be required to have access to the online ADR 2027 regulations or bring their own books. Bring Your Laptop: You will need to have access to your laptop during this training if you are using the online regulations. |
Labeline
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TDG Regulations vs. 49 CFR:
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8:00am – 4:00pm -- -- -- Includes:
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Course Description: The Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) and US Hazardous Materials Regulations of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) are similar, but not identical; most variations, but not all of them, are dealt with by a reciprocal agreement that establishes procedures for cross-border shipments. This training program will provide an overview of the TDGR regulations and identify areas where reciprocity does and does not apply. TDGR Training is mandatory for all personnel preparing shipments, shipping, or receiving hazardous materials / dangerous goods within, to, or from Canada. The course is taught using a combination of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course and after passing an exam, students will receive a training certificate. Presentation to include real life scenarios for dangerous goods shipments based on Transport Canada TDGR regulations (i.e., US to Canada, Canada to US, within Canada, when received by other mode (i.e., air or water) then ship within Canada). Pre-requisite: Familiarity with 49 CFR Course Materials: Students will be required to have access to the online TDGR Canada regulations and the 49 CFR (October 1, 2026) book or online e-CFR. Bring Your Laptop: You will need to have access to your laptop during this training if you are using the online regulations. |
Julie Prescott
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*Schedule may be subject to change