Carriage of dangerous goods, IMDG (A-II/1, A-II/2)Laajuus (2 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- international regulations, standards and codes regarding dangerous goods including IMDG code
- procedures for safe cargo planning and handling
- documentation and reporting of dangerous goods

Content

- properties, classification, packaging and loading, segregation, transportation and handling of dangerous goods
- rules and regulations set out in the IMDG code and others as applicable

Qualifications

Cargo handling

Materials

Approved training during studies

Further information

Meets the requirements of STCW sections A-II/1, A-II/2, A-II/3 & B-V/c regarding function: cargo handling, dangerous goods

Accomplishment methods

Students can
- use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations
- look for information in the key information sources of the field
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field
- work as team members in a goal-oriented way

In addition, competence evaluation according to STCW code tables A-II/1 and A-II/2 columns 4 are used:
- the handling of dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes complies with international regulations and recognized standards and codes of safe practice
- planned distribution of cargo is based on reliable information and is in accordance with established guidelines and legislative requirements
- information on dangers, hazards and special requirements is recorded in a format suitable for easy reference in the event of an incident