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Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for Accepting DG Consignments Function in Table 7.3 – Recurrent

About The Course

This course is recommended for 'Personnel Responsible for Accepting Dangerous Goods Consignments' as per IATA's DGR - section 1.5 and in accordance with function 7.3 in IATA's 'Dangerous Goods Training Guidance' Ensure compliance with all safety and recurrent regulatory requirements and continue to accept dangerous goods consignments for transportation by air with complete confidence. This course offers you the opportunity to be with other experienced dangerous goods professionals as you refresh your knowledge and skills. IATA’s experienced instructors facilitate your learning experience while you build on your existing expertise to interpret the technical nuances of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and apply them correctly. Stay up to date with the latest changes to the IATA DGR. Be among the first to develop competencies commensurate with your job functions and responsibilities as required by the latest Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) framework. This course offers focused training and assessment essential for your organization to fulfil its responsibility towards ensuring a competent, well- trained workforce.

Course Objective

Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

  • Fulfil the regulatory compliance requirements for revalidation and keep your certification current.

  • Continue to perform the tasks involved in accepting dangerous goods consignments correctly.

  • Apply the significant changes and amendments to IATA’s DGR manual and verify accuracy of dangerous goods transport documents, packages, marking and labelling.

  • Discuss the legal responsibilities of stakeholders involved in the transportation of dangerous goods by air.

Course Content

Understanding the basics of dangerous goods

  • Significant changes and amendments to the latest edition of the IATA DGR

  • Legal responsibilities of important stakeholders

  • Revising the application of relevant sections of current IATA DGR

  • Importance of accurate identification and classification of dangerous goods

  • Safety implications of packaging types, and net quantity limitations

  • End-to-end communication of hazards and handling requirements using correct marks and labels

  • Radioactive material transportation

  • Completing the acceptance checklist correctly to fulfil mandatory verification requirements

  • Impact of State and Operator variations on dangerous goods acceptance

  • 3-day classroom course (24 hours)


  • Working knowledge of English language (Read, Write, Speak)

  • Basic concepts of mathematics

Exam & Certification


    • An IATA + GCAA Certificate is awarded upon successful.

    • Completion of the course and an assessment. (Passing 80%).