The Dangerous Goods course in Madrid is a comprehensive training course designed to help professionals understand the safe handling, transportation, and regulation of hazardous materials.
From:
02-02-2026
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 Madrid provide aviation and logistics professionals with a thorough understanding of the regulations, procedures, and safety practices required to handle, transport, and manage hazardous materials within the air transport industry. Designed for airline staff, freight forwarders, cargo handlers, warehouse personnel, and regulatory authorities, these programs ensure participants are fully equipped to comply with international standards for the safe movement of dangerous goods.
Participants explore the foundational principles of dangerous goods classification, packaging, labeling, documentation, and acceptance procedures. The courses highlight how regulated substances must be identified, managed, and transported to prevent incidents that could compromise aircraft safety, environmental protection, or operational integrity. Through case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based learning, attendees develop the skills to recognize potential hazards, verify compliance documentation, and apply proper mitigation measures across air cargo and passenger operations.
These dangerous goods training programs in Madrid emphasize both regulatory understanding and hands-on application. Participants learn to interpret and implement key requirements, follow proper emergency response protocols, and coordinate effectively with operational stakeholders to ensure the safe handling of hazardous materials within the supply chain. The curriculum integrates best practices for inspection, packaging integrity, incident reporting, and oversight, helping organizations reduce risks and maintain full compliance with global aviation and transportation standards.
Attending these training courses in Madrid offers professionals an engaging learning environment enriched by industry expertise and international perspectives. Madrid’s dynamic aviation and logistics landscape enhances the experience, encouraging knowledge exchange and strengthening professional collaboration. By completing this specialization, participants gain the competencies needed to support safe and compliant dangerous goods operations—promoting risk reduction, operational reliability, and a robust safety culture across aviation and cargo fields.