Course Overview
Transporting dangerous goods (DG) by air requires strict compliance with international standards to ensure flight safety. This Dangerous Goods Training Course introduces participants to ICAO Technical Instructions and IATA DGR, covering the classification, documentation, packaging, marking, and handling of hazardous materials.
Participants will learn how to identify dangerous goods, apply the nine classes of hazardous materials, and follow safety and emergency response procedures. The course also emphasizes the responsibilities of shippers, operators, and ground handling agents to maintain compliance and prevent accidents.
Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will develop the confidence to apply regulations effectively in their daily operations.
Course Benefits
Understand ICAO and IATA regulations on dangerous goods.
Learn the nine classes of dangerous goods and their risks.
Gain knowledge in packaging, labeling, and documentation.
Strengthen compliance in cargo and passenger operations.
Improve safety awareness and emergency response readiness.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO Technical Instructions and IATA DGR framework.
Classify and identify different types of dangerous goods.
Apply proper packaging, marking, and labeling requirements.
Complete and verify DG transport documentation.
Manage acceptance, storage, and loading of DG shipments.
Implement emergency and incident response procedures.
Promote safety culture and regulatory compliance.
Training Methodology
The course combines expert-led lectures, interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on exercises using sample DG documentation and packaging scenarios.
Target Audience
Airline and cargo operations staff.
Ground handling and freight forwarder personnel.
Shippers and cargo agents.
Aviation safety and compliance officers.
Target Competencies
Dangerous goods classification and handling.
Compliance with IATA and ICAO DG regulations.
Documentation and acceptance checks.
Emergency preparedness and incident response.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Dangerous Goods in Aviation
ICAO and IATA regulatory frameworks.
Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders.
Importance of compliance in aviation safety.
Case studies of DG-related incidents.
Unit 2: Classification and Identification of Dangerous Goods
The nine classes of dangerous goods.
Hazard identification and risk awareness.
Using the IATA DGR for classification.
Recognizing hidden dangerous goods.
Unit 3: Packaging, Marking, and Labeling Requirements
Packaging instructions and performance standards.
Marking and labeling rules.
Overpacks and combination packages.
Practical exercises on DG labeling.
Unit 4: Documentation and Acceptance Procedures
Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods.
Operator responsibilities for acceptance checks.
Storage, segregation, and loading practices.
Common documentation errors and corrections.
Unit 5: Emergency Procedures and Safety Measures
Incident and accident response for DG events.
Fire, spill, and leak management.
Reporting and communication requirements.
Building a DG safety culture.
Ready to strengthen your expertise in hazardous materials handling?
Join the Dangerous Goods Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and ensure full compliance with ICAO and IATA regulations.
The Dangerous Goods Training Courses in Istanbul provide professionals with essential knowledge and practical competencies for the safe handling, classification, transportation, and management of hazardous materials across various industries. Designed for logistics professionals, safety officers, aviation and maritime personnel, warehouse managers, and regulatory compliance staff, these programs focus on minimizing risk while ensuring operational safety and international compliance.
Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of dangerous goods management, including hazard identification, classification systems, packaging requirements, labeling, documentation, and emergency response planning. The courses emphasize how proper handling and risk control procedures protect people, assets, and the environment throughout the supply chain. Through applied case studies and scenario-based exercises, participants learn how to recognize potential hazards, implement preventive measures, and respond effectively to incidents involving dangerous goods.
These dangerous goods training programs in Istanbul balance regulatory awareness with practical application. Participants develop skills in safety risk assessment, segregation and storage practices, transport planning, and incident reporting. The curriculum also highlights coordination between operational teams, safety management systems, and emergency services to ensure safe and efficient movement of hazardous materials across different transport modes and operational environments.
Attending these training courses in Istanbul offers professionals a valuable learning experience in a major international logistics and transportation hub. Expert-led, interactive sessions encourage the exchange of best practices and practical insights drawn from real operational contexts. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to manage dangerous goods safely and responsibly, reduce operational risks, and strengthen organizational safety culture—enhancing professional competence and operational reliability in complex global supply chains.