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Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for Handling and Loading Personnel Function in Table 7.4

About The Course

This course is recommended for 'Personnel Responsible for Handling Cargo in a Warehouse, Loading and Unloading Unit Load Devices and Loading and Unloading Aircraft Cargo Compartments'. A safe and efficient air transport system is dependent on a competent workforce, meaning that you must be trained in the functions for which you are responsible – whether or not this is noted in your job title. IATA recognizes that this is best achieved through a Competency Based Training and Assessment approach (CBTA). This interactive course will guide you in the tasks and responsibilities to ensure that you are competent to perform your job function and be in full compliance with the regulations. It has been designed as per IATA's DGR - section 1.5 and in accordance with function 7.4 in IATA's 'Dangerous Goods Training Guidance'.

Course Objective

Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

  • Identify and classify dangerous goods

  • Interpret hazard communication

  • Detect hidden dangerous goods in cargo and mail

  • Implement cargo pre-loading procedures

  • Implement transporting, loading and unloading cargo/baggage to and from aircraft.

  • Explain the basic Emergency Response procedures

Course Content

Understanding the basics of dangerous goods

  • Recognizing dangerous goods

  • Plan and prepare loading for aircraft

  • Report dangerous goods accidents

  • Manage dangerous goods pre and during flight

  • Duration: 6 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%).