Controlling Hazardous and Dangerous Goods

Learners that successfully complete this course will be able to handle and store dangerous goods. They will be able to classify goods in preparation for storage and prepare these goods for safe transportation. Learners will also be able to handle incidents in the event of them happening in accordance with required safety procedures and guidelines.

Course outline

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

identify and classify dangerous goods in accordance with documentation, packing and labelling
correctly handle and store classified goods and substances during warehousing and storage
prepare the dangerous goods for transportation
take appropriate action in the event of an accident in the handling of the dangerous goods.

The above programme can be customised to suit a specific organisation’s policies and procedures.

Course Information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Controlling Hazardous/Dangerous and Dangerous Goods

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning

Credits:

SAQA ID:

8020

Professional Body:

Saiosh

CPD Points:

NQF Level:

Prerequisites:

Learners should have a sound understanding of occupational health and safety and general housekeeping

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• This programme is aimed at individuals entering or currently employed in any capacity where they handle or control dangerous goods.

Receive online training delivered through video conferencing learning.