DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training Online

Learn the fundamentals of safely identifying and handling hazardous materials in transportation with our DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training course.

This 100% online course provides general awareness and familiarization training based on the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). It is designed to help HAZMAT employees recognize hazardous materials, understand how they are regulated and become familiar with the hazard communication system used during transportation.

Who Needs DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training?

DOT HAZMAT training applies to employees whose jobs can directly affect the safe transportation of hazardous materials.

This may include:

• Shippers and shipping personnel

• Packagers

• Warehouse employees

• Receiving personnel

• Labelers and markers

• Employees who prepare shipping documents

• HAZMAT identification personnel

• Logistics and transportation employees

• Supervisors and managers

• Other employees whose work affects hazardous materials transportation

Under 49 CFR 172.704, HAZMAT employees must receive required training. New HAZMAT employees may perform covered functions under the direct supervision of a properly trained and knowledgeable HAZMAT employee while completing required training, which generally must be completed within 90 days of employment or a change in job function.

Recurrent DOT HAZMAT training is generally required at least once every three years.

What Does the DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Course Cover?

This online training introduces important DOT hazardous materials transportation concepts, including:

• DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations

• Hazardous material identification

• Hazard classes and divisions

• Hazardous Materials Table

• Proper shipping names and identification numbers

• Packing groups

• Shipping papers

• Marking requirements

• Labeling requirements

• Placarding

• Packaging awareness

• Loading and handling awareness

• Hazard communication

• Emergency response information

• Safety awareness

• Security awareness

• HAZMAT employee responsibilities

100% Online DOT HAZMAT Training

Complete your training online from a computer, tablet or compatible mobile device. Work through the course at your own pace and complete the required assessment to receive your certificate of completion.

DOT HAZMAT Training Requirements

The U.S. Department of Transportation establishes HAZMAT employee training requirements in 49 CFR Part 172, Subpart H.

Required HAZMAT employee training can include:

1. General awareness/familiarization training

2. Function-specific training

3. Safety training

4. Security awareness training

5. In-depth security training when applicable

The exact training an employee needs depends on the functions the employee performs. Employers are responsible for ensuring employees receive all training applicable to their job responsibilities.

Is This the Same as HAZWOPER Training?

No. DOT HAZMAT training and OSHA HAZWOPER training are different.

DOT HAZMAT training focuses primarily on hazardous materials involved in transportation and the requirements of the DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations.

HAZWOPER training applies to certain hazardous waste operations and emergency response activities regulated by OSHA.

Some workers may need both types of training depending on their responsibilities.

How Often Is DOT HAZMAT Training Required?

DOT HAZMAT employees generally must receive recurrent training at least once every three years. Additional training may be necessary when an employee's job functions or applicable requirements change.

Get Your DOT HAZMAT Training Online

Start your DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training online today. Learn the fundamentals of hazardous materials transportation, complete the course at your own pace and receive a certificate of completion after successfully completing the training.

Enroll today and start your DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training online.