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DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Highway
- In accordance with the DOT HMR 49 CFR Part 177 and FMCSA 49 CFR Parts 300-399
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DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Highway Course Syllabus
This DOT Carrier Requirements: Highway consists of 6 lessons divided into 4 modules. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
Introduction
Module 1: Hazardous Materials Regulations
This module defines hazardous materials and their classifications under applicable regulations. It explains the purpose of the Hazardous Materials Regulations and identifies key federal enforcement agencies. Training requirements for hazmat employees are also summarized.
- Lesson 1: Regulatory Overview
Module 2: Hazardous Materials Table
This module explains how to read and use the Hazardous Materials Table. It guides learners through Columns 1–10, relevant appendices, and the hazard class system.
- Lesson 2: Hazardous Materials Table – Part 1
- Lesson 3: Hazardous Materials Table – Part 2
Module 3: Carrier Requirements – Highway
This module provides an overview of DOT requirements for transporting hazardous materials by highway. It covers operator and cargo tank training requirements, shipping papers, and loading and unloading procedures. Learners will also understand segregation rules, prohibited material combinations, and incident reporting requirements.
- Lesson 4: Carrier Requirements – Highway Part 1
- Lesson 5: Carrier Requirements – Highway Part 2
Module 4: Security Awareness
This module covers strategies for managing security risks in hazardous materials transportation. It explains employee training requirements for facilities with security plans and outlines key elements of effective security plans, including the Risk Management Self-Evaluation Framework (RMSEF).
- Lesson 6: Security and Safety Plans
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
The DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Highway course covers the modal specific training requirements found in 49 CFR Part 177 (Carriage by Highway) of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) and 49 CFR Parts 300-399 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
For more in-depth training of the U.S. DOT’s hazmat regulations, enroll for our 10-Hour DOT Hazmat Transportation: Advanced General Awareness Training course which provides general and function specific guidance for hazmat transportation.
All hazmat shipments in the United States must comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).
This DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Highway 3-Hour training course is designed for hazmat employees involved in transportation of hazardous materials by private, common, and contract motor carriers within states, between states, or internationally.
This DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Highway online training course will provide in-depth knowledge of the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT), shipping paper and certification requirements for transportation of dangerous goods by highway, general and specific hazmat loading and unloading requirements, requirements for segregation and stowage of hazardous materials, precautions for ensuring security of hazmat during transportation, and reporting requirements for incidents involving hazardous materials.
The DOT hazmat transportation training requirements are outlined in Subpart H of Part 172 of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).
- Meets DOT hazmat training requirements for highway transportation.
- Covers key provisions of 49 CFR Part 177 and FMCSR regulations.
- Designed for real-world application in hazmat transportation roles.
- Helps reduce compliance risks and transportation-related incidents.
- Supports ongoing regulatory knowledge and refresher training needs.
- Broaden the knowledge of individuals who have completed our 4-hour DOT Hazmat Transportation: General Awareness Training course.
- Employees of companies involved in the commercial transportation of hazardous materials.
- Shippers who offer hazardous materials in commerce for transport within states, between states, or internationally.
- Workers handling hazmat packages at any point in the transportation value and need to understand the requirements for hazmat cargo transportation via highway.
- Persons responsible for the safety of hazardous materials cargo during transportation by highway.
- Drivers of trucks and cargo tanks transport hazardous materials.
- Other personnel who package, load, and unload cargo for shipment by highway.
- Public security personnel, emergency response personnel, safety officers, other employees may need to take into consideration the safety of the dangerous goods being transported by highway.
- Compliance officers who certify that all applicable requirements of the HMR are being met.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Yes. As recommended by the DOT, hazmat employees must receive recurrent training at least once every three years.
Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.
Validity: The course certificate is valid for three years.
Renewal: Simply take this course in 36 months to maintain compliance and stay current with DOT hazmat transportation requirements.
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