Overview:

• Helps you comply with the hazardous materials general awareness training requirements under 49 CFR Section 172.704
• Tailored exclusively to hazmat drivers
• Covers the following essentials topics:
  • Hazmat classification
  • Hazardous materials table
  • Shipping papers
  • Emergency response information
  • Packaging and marking
  • Labels
  • Placards
  • Loading and segregation
  • Transportation safety and security
• Ready-to-use training program includes several components
• Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired
• 8-minute bonus CSA video segment explains how safe hazardous materials transportation factors into the Cargo Related BASIC

Program Components

• (1) 28-Minute DVD - Combines engaging video and editing technology with expertise from industry professionals at all levels.
• (1) Trainer Tools CD-ROM (not sold separately) - Features supplementary information, including content for audiovisual presentations/handouts, quizzes, answer keys, clip art, posters, and training log. Items can be used as is, customized, or imported into PowerPoint® presentations. The minimum computer system requirements for the Trainer Tools CD-ROM are Office 2000, with Word, and Internet Explorer version 5.5.
• (1) Instructor's Guide, Second Edition - Provides you with background information and training tips to make the most of each training session.
• (1) Hazmat Driver Training Packet - Packet includes one each of the following:Driver Handbook, Label Chart, Marking Chart, Placard Chart, and Load/Segregation Chart.
• Awareness Poster - Hang in a break room or training room to remind employees of hazmat safety.
• Many Other Training Materials - A combination Label/Placard wall chart, Load and Segregation wall chart, plus one sheet of 10 wallet cards that drivers can carry as proof of training.

DVD Main Menu

• CSA and Hazmat Transport
• Play Program – Plays entire main program.
• Chapter Selections – Allows easy access to specific subtopics for more focused training.
  • Introduction - Explains drivers' roles and responsibilities to transport hazardous materials safely.
  • Hazmat Classification - What drivers need to know.
  • The Hazardous Materials Table - What drivers need to know.
  • Shipping Papers - Describes proper shipping and name descriptions.
  • Emergency Response Information - Explains drivers' responsibilities in relation to shipping papers.
  • Packaging and Marking - Clarifies how hazmat packaging and marking is critical to safe hazmat transport.
  • Labels - Explains the driver's responsibility to ensure that the shipper used the correct labels.
  • Placards - Explains how to determine the correct placards to display on the vehicle.
  • Loading and Segregation - Explains the driver's responsibility.
  • Transportation Safety and Security - Covers pre-trip inspections, fueling, parking rules, smoking rules, hazmat routes, hazmat incidents, security awareness (acknowledgement of the need for special training)
  • Conclusion - Reinforces drivers' roles and responsibilities to transport hazardous materials safely.
• Review – Provides a quick way to refresh memory on key points of the program to better aid retention.
• Commentary – Offers additional interviews by industry professionals.
• Quiz – 10 interactive questions; offers correct/incorrect remediation to reinforce effectiveness of training.
• Message for Management – Gives introduction to the training program and topic for trainers/management.

Producer: J.J. Keller