Course Objective

Though the Lithium Batteries have become an essential part of our daily life yet the transportation of Lithium Batteries (lithium ion, lithium metal, etc.) by air face unique hazards and challenges. Therefore, for many shippers the handling and transport of lithium batteries is becoming a common concern. These courses will focus on ICAO and IATA significant changes implemented during the past few years to the way lithium batteries need to be classified, labelled, packaged, documented and handled.

Course Content

• Nomenclature of the Lithium Batteries

• Overview of the local and international regulations

• Classification according to IATA DGR

• Specific packaging requirements

• Selection of appropriate packing instructions

• Marking and Labelling

• Transport Documents

• Minimizing the risks

• Protection from heat and fire

• Storage Methods for Lithium Batteries

• Lithium Battery Disposal

• Lithium Battery Spill Cleanup

• Open forum Test

Duration: 1 Day

Prerequisite

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

Certification

Course attendance certificate approved by Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA, Ministry of Dubai).