Training Services
Hazardous Materials Compliance Training for Shippers & Carriers
Train to the Standard, Not Just the Test
Hazmat training isn't a checkbox — it's a legal requirement under 49 CFR 172.700, IATA DGR, and the IMDG Code. Employees who prepare, offer, or transport hazardous materials must be trained and certified before they handle a single package.
Aeromarineworld delivers practical, regulation-specific training built around real shipping scenarios. Our instructors are active compliance professionals who work with these regulations daily — not just trainers reading from a slide deck.
Certification Courses
Mode-specific training built around the regulations that govern each transport type.
DOT Hazardous Materials Ground Shipping
Comprehensive training for employees who prepare or offer hazardous materials for ground transport via common carriers. Covers classification, packaging, marking, labeling, placarding, and shipping paper preparation under 49 CFR.
Topics Covered
- Hazmat classification and UN numbering
- Packaging requirements and UN certification
- Marking, labeling, and placarding
- Shipping paper preparation (BOL, hazmat declaration)
- Carrier requirements and acceptance procedures
- Emergency response information (ERG)
- Incident reporting under 49 CFR 171.15/171.16
Who attends: Shippers, freight coordinators, warehouse staff, carrier personnel
IATA Dangerous Goods by Air
IATA-aligned training for shippers and freight forwarders preparing dangerous goods for air transport. Covers the full IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) including classification, packing instructions, documentation, and airline acceptance requirements.
Topics Covered
- IATA DGR structure and applicability
- Dangerous goods classification and identification
- Packing instructions and quantity limits
- Passenger vs. cargo aircraft restrictions
- Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods
- Marking, labeling, and documentation
- Operator and state variations
- Recurrent training requirements (24-month cycle)
Who attends: Shippers, freight forwarders, airline ground staff, export coordinators
IMDG Dangerous Goods by Sea
Training for shippers and freight forwarders preparing hazardous materials for international maritime transport under the IMDG Code. Covers classification, packing, documentation, stowage, and segregation requirements.
Topics Covered
- IMDG Code structure and amendments
- Classification, UN numbers, and proper shipping names
- Packing and IBC requirements
- Marking, labeling, and placarding
- Dangerous Goods Declaration and MDGF
- Stowage and segregation requirements
- Emergency schedules (EmS) and MFAG
- Port authority and carrier requirements
Who attends: Exporters, freight forwarders, NVOCCs, port and terminal staff
Training Formats
Public Scheduled Classes
Open enrollment courses held at our West Coast training facilities. Ideal for individual employees or small teams. Certificates issued upon successful completion.
On-Site Corporate Training
We bring the training to your facility. Customized to your specific commodities, operations, and carrier mix. Minimum enrollment applies — contact us for group pricing.
Recurrent Certification
IATA requires recurrent training every 24 months. DOT requires retraining every 3 years or when regulations change. We track your team's certification status and schedule renewals proactively.
Who Is Required to Train?
Under 49 CFR 172.704, any employee who performs or supervises a hazmat function — including classifying, packaging, marking, labeling, preparing shipping papers, or loading — must receive initial and recurrent hazmat training. IATA DGR requires training for anyone who prepares or accepts dangerous goods for air transport. Non-compliance can result in civil penalties up to $84,425 per violation per day.
Schedule Your Team's Training
Tell us your team size, commodity types, and preferred shipping modes. We'll recommend the right courses and format.
