Shipping Batteries (IATA, DOT and IMDG)
This DOT, IATA, and IMDG Lithium Battery training provides detailed information on how to properly ship batteries by ground (DOT), air (IATA), and vessel (IMDG). Due to heightened concerns about battery safety, there are numerous regulations regarding lithium batteries and an increased emphasis on inspections and compliance. Our course will assist you in satisfying regulatory training requirements and teach you how to safely package batteries for transport.

This course is designed to meet the training requirements for ground transportation (49 CFR 172.704), transport by air (IATA DGR Section 1.5), and transport by vessel (Section 1.3 IMDG Code). In addition, the course covers the requirements for Adequate Instruction for shipping section II lithium batteries (IATA Section 1.6). We cover the specific requirements for:
  • lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries;
  • lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries, contained in equipment or packed with equipment;
  • dry batteries (alkaline, Ni-Cd, etc.);
  • wet batteries (lead-acid, lead-alkali, non-spillable);
  • battery-powered vehicles and equipment.
Batteries containing sodium are not discussed in this course.

The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR parts 100-185) include provisions for packaging, hazard communication (package marking, labeling, and shipping papers), and handling batteries and battery-powered devices. The purpose of these regulations is to protect the safety of people and property when batteries and battery-powered devices are being shipped. This course covers the training requirements for shipping batteries, including selecting the proper shipping name, marking and labeling, selecting proper packaging, and preparing shipping papers.

Fee: $ 195.00
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Online Training Course: Shipping Batteries (IATA, DOT and IMDG)

Who Should Take This Course


This training applies to any individual who;

  • Marks, labels, or otherwise prepares containers or packagings of batteries for transportation by air, ground, or sea;
  • Prepares documentation (Shipper's Declaration, Airway Bill, Bill of Lading) for batteries;
  • Is responsible for safety of transporting batteries by air, ground, or sea;



Objectives


Upon completion of this online course, participants should be able to:
  • understand and use the DOT, IATA, and IMDG regulations specific to shipping batteries;
  • properly label and mark containers of batteries for shipment;
  • complete Shipper's Declaration, Airway Bill, or Bill of Lading for battery shipments;
  • select proper packaging for batteries;


Topics


  • Intro to DOT, IATA, and IMDG Regulations
  • Training Requirements
  • Penalties
  • Reporting Requirements
  • Types of Batteries
  • Battery-Specific Requirements
  • Selection of Proper Shipping Name
  • Marking and Labeling
  • Documentation (Shipping Papers)
  • Security Awareness Training


Instructor


Linda R. Taylor, PE
Linda is the owner of Taylor Engineering, and a former faculty member in the Department of Forestry and Environmental Technology at NC State University and the former Director of Environmental Health & Safety at North Carolina State University's IES. She has over 30 years of engineering experience working in industry, academia, and environmental consulting, including over 25 years at North Carolina State University. She has provided instruction on a wide range of environmental, health, transportation, and safety topics at conferences and training courses, both live and online, and she is a licensed Professional Engineer and an OSHA authorized instructor.

Ms. Taylor received a BS in Civil Engineering from Stanford University and a MS in Environmental Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Contact Hours


2 Contact Hours
This represents the estimated time to complete the online course, including exercises. Actual times may vary from user to user.

Training Requirement



Citation: 49 CFR 172.704 and IATA DGR Section 1.5

DOT's training requirements for shipping hazardous materials is located in 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart H. In addition to initial training [49 CFR 172.704(c)(1)], DOT requires "recurrent training" every 3 three years.

"A hazmat employee shall receive the training required by this subpart at least once every three years." [49 CFR 172.704(c)(2)]

Section 1.5.1.3 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations requires that:

"Recurrent training must take place within 24 months of previous training to ensure knowledge is current..."


How Often Does 49 CFR 172.704 and IATA DGR 1.5 Training Need to Be Updated?



The DOT requires employees who perform ground shipping to complete refresher training every three years. If you handle ground shipping only, this time frame is sufficient. However, if you also handle air shipments, you must complete refresher training every two years to fulfill IATA requirements per IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) section 1.5.10.3. As regulations for air transport can change frequently, this time frame ensures that you stay up to date with the latest IATA requirements for lithium battery transport.



Refresher Training Required: Every 2 year(s).
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