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Online
Online
Immediate Access
Immediate Access
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
Internationally Recognised
Internationally Recognised
Fully Narrated
Fully Narrated
Online IMDG Code Access
Online IMDG Code Access
Course Duration
Course Duration
Certification
Certification
Cost Per Person
Cost Per Person
IMDG General Awareness (Amendment 41-22)
Online
y
Immediate Access
y
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
y
Internationally Recognised
y
Fully Narrated
y
Online IMDG Code Access
y
Course Duration
y
Certification
✕
Cost Per Person
$165+GST
IMDG Amendment 41-22 (Full Acceptance Approval by AMSA – AP 5207) – Administrator
Online
y
Immediate Access
y
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
y
Internationally Recognised
y
Fully Narrated
y
Online IMDG Code Access
y
Course Duration
y
Certification
y
Cost Per Person
$200+GST
IMDG Amendment 41-22 (Full Acceptance Approval by AMSA – AP 5207) – Paperwork course
Online
y
Immediate Access
y
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
y
Internationally Recognised
y
Fully Narrated
y
Online IMDG Code Access
y
Course Duration
y
Certification
y
Cost Per Person
$225+GST
IMDG Amendment 41-22 (Full Acceptance Approval by AMSA – AP 5207) – Marking / Labelling / Loading Course
Online
y
Immediate Access
y
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
y
Internationally Recognised
y
Fully Narrated
y
Online IMDG Code Access
y
Course Duration
y
Certification
y
Cost Per Person
$225+GST
IMDG Amendment 41-22 (Full Acceptance Approval by AMSA – AP 5207) – Full Course
Online
y
Immediate Access
y
Regulator Approved (AMSA)
y
Internationally Recognised
y
Fully Narrated
y
Online IMDG Code Access
y
Course Duration
y
Certification
y
Cost Per Person
$250+GST
Amendment 37-14 expired on December 31, 2017 so if your job role is affected by the Code or you are coming up for refresher training you should complete Amendment 38 as this is the most up to date course. Amendment 38-16 is valid until December 31, 2019 but AlertForce is now offering the latest version IMDG 41-22 which expires Dec 31 2025.
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IMDG Code training is required for all persons who transport dangerous goods according to chapter 1.3 of the IMO. The training is recommended for any shore-side personnel who are involved with dangerous goods in their job role.
- AlertForce Course Outline 41-22
- AMSA Requirements
- AMSA Acceptance Letter
- AMSA Multimodal Dangerous Goods Form (MO41)
- Requirements:
- Computer
- Internet Access
- IMDG Code access (provided as part of the course)
Why IMDG training is required by law?
Read more Read lessIn short yes if your business has shore-side personnel that come into contact with dangerous goods by sea then Marine Order 41 (Carriage of dangerous goods) 2017 mandates training.
Legislation is here:
https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/F2017L01578
21 Requirements for training
(1) An employer of a person, other than a seafarer, engaged in any activity relating to the handling, packing, stowing and carriage of dangerous goods must ensure that the employee is given training, including refresher training, in accordance with Chapter 1.3 of the IMDG Code.
Penalty: 50 penalty units.
Note Chapter 1.3 of the IMDG Code requires general awareness or familiarisation training and function-specific training for shore-based personnel.
(2) The employer of a person mentioned in subsection (1) must also ensure that the following function-specific training is provided as part of the person’s training according to her or his responsibilities:
(a) packing dangerous goods in packages;
(b) marking, labelling or placarding dangerous goods;
(c) loading or unloading cargo transport units;
(d) preparing transport documents for dangerous goods.
Note The training providers in Australia that provide training courses recognised by AMSA as accepted training courses are listed on the AMSA website at http://www.amsa.gov.au.
(3) The employer must keep evidence of training that an employee or contractor of the employer receives for subsection (1) for at least 5 years after the training occurred.
Penalty: 50 penalty units.
(4) An offence against subsection (1) or (3) is a strict liability offence.
(5) A person is liable to a civil penalty if the person contravenes subsection (1) or (3).
Civil penalty: 50 penalty units.
What are the three types of IMDG Code training?
Read more Read less- General Awareness- This will familiarise the staff with IMDG Code requirements.
- Function-Specific Training- This is designed to help those with specific roles and responsibilities. Each one is outlined by the IMDG code.
- Full In-Depth Course- This is an advanced level course that provides detailed content for all function-specific modules.
In January 2015; Amendment 37 became effective. By the beginning of 2016 it will become a mandatory part of your training. It offers a two-volume set that was developed to cover fires and spillage emergencies, but also focuses on:
- Container Traffic
- Packing
- Segregation of Incompatible Substances
- Stowage
Taking advantage of this training will allow companies to follow the IMDG Code more effectively. There will be tests at the end of each module in order to ensure that each student is competent. However, students can take these courses at their own pace, since there are no timeframes that are mandatory.
It’s an open-book course that allows students to reference the IMDG Code throughout the training.
You will find that our training provides increased operational flexibility and a reduced cost. You can contact AlertForce for a quote based upon your training requirements.
The sooner you get started the easier it will be for your staff to become more efficient. AlertForce can help them reach these plateaus and give you all the necessary services to become more successful when transporting dangerous goods by sea.
What is the latest version of IMDG Dangerous Goods Training?
Read more Read less- In short version 38-16 is the current version. Amendment 39-18 comes into force on January 1, 2020 but will be available 12 months prior to that
- Background
From January 1, 2010, the IMDG Code Dangerous Goods training has been mandatory for all staff involved in dangerous goods transport by sea. On 1st January, 2012, Amendment 34 expired and Amendment 35 became the requirement. On January 1st, 2013 Amendment 36 came into being and that expired at the end of 2015. Amendment 37-14 took its place and lasted until the end of 2017. Amendment 38-16 is now the most current course and will be current up until Dec 31, 2019.
In Australia, this mandatory training is regulated by AMSA, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Companies failing to comply with these new DG regulations risk delays, rejected consignments, fines and/or a damaged reputation.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) enforces the training in Australia. If your company fails to adhere to these new rules then it could create delays, fines, or rejected consignments. Any of these can result in a damaged reputation.
The AlertForce IMDG Code dangerous goods training program is accepted by AMSA and delivers cost-effective compliance for all shore-side sectors including:
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- Shippers and freight forwarders
- Container packers and consolidators
- Shipping line operations and booking staff
- Stevedores
- Port staff
- Cargo surveyors
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Does the training authorise staff to fill out AMSA's multimodal dangerous goods forms (MO41)?
Read more Read lessIn Australia transporting hazardous substances and dangerous goods is regulated by AMSA. Companies must monitor dangerous goods movements at all times via the correct documentation.
As such if you are a consignor who sends dangerous goods internationally you MUST ensure the dangerous goods transport documents are correctly filled out and accompany your freight. The IMDG Code training is what you need to enable staff to produce AMSA’s MO41 form.
What modules are covered in the General Awareness and Administrator Courses?
Read more Read lessAlertForce currently offer the General Awareness course free without any certification attached. Should you have staff that need certification they should undertake the administrator course.
General Awareness Course
Module 1 – Introduction
Administrators Course
Module 1 – Introduction
Module 4 – Consignment procedures
Module 5 – Documentation
What are the modules covered in each of the job specific training courses?
Read more Read lessPaperwork course
Module 1 – Introduction
Module 2 – Classification
Module 3 – Packaging
Module 4 – Consignment procedures
Module 5 – Documentation
Marking / labelling / loading course
Module 1 – Introduction
Module 2 – Classification
Module 3 – Packaging
Module 4 – Consignment procedures
Module 7 – Transport operations
Full Course
Module 1 – Introduction
Module 2 – Classification
Module 3 – Packaging
Module 4 – Consignment procedures
Module 5 – Documentation
Module 6 – Portable tanks
Module 7 – Transport operations
How long does it take to complete the training?
Read more Read lessThis varies depending on the experience of person taking the course (for example first timer new to IMDG versus experienced personnel doing refresher training). The course is delivered online but as a guide the full course may take 8-16 hours to complete.
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Job preparation
If your business is involved in the transportation of Dangerous Goods by Sea, this training is mandatory for all shore-side job titles that are involved in that work.
Courses, Resources and Training
Each year we train hundreds of staff online to help them stay compliant with AMSA’s requirements with transporting dangerous goods. AlertForce are approved by AMSA to deliver IMDG Code online training.
100% Compliant Certification
On successful completion of your IMDG Code training, you will receive certification which provides evidence that your staff are compliant. Training needs to be completed on average every 2 years.
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