Hazardous Materials Shipping by Ground (DOT):

This course will give the participants the information necessary to safety transport hazardous materials by roadway. Participants will learn how to correctly mark, label and pack hazardous materials for ground shipping.  The participant will also learn to fill out shipping papers.

This course is given in conjunction with hazardous materials shipping by air.

Contents:

• General awareness
• Hazard classifications
• Hazardous materials table
• Shipping papers
• Performance oriented packaging and closure
• Markings
• Labels
• Placarding
• Security awareness

Target Audience:

This offering is intended for West Virginia University employees who are responsible for shipping or receiving hazardous materials.

Frequency Requirements	Course Length	Referenced Regulation
Initial and every 3 years	8 Hours	49 CFR Parts 100-185