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DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging

  • In accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations 49 CFR Subchapter C
  • Available in: United States English | España Español
  • Learn at your own pace and on your own schedule
  • Receive your certificate instantly upon completion
  • Select from SCORM-compliant, online streaming, virtual instructor-led, or in-person learning formats
CEU:
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Single-Seat Price
$39.99
2 Hour(s) Course
$39.99
$39.99
Bulk Buying
Employee
Per Seat
2-10
$39.59
11-20
$39.19
21-50
$38.79
51-100
$37.99
101-250
$37.19
251-500
$36.79
501-1000
$35.99
Employee Per Seat
2-10 $39.59
11-20 $39.19
21-50 $38.79
51-100 $37.99
101-250 $37.19
251-500 $36.79
501-1000 $35.99

Course Facts

What You Get
What You Get
Certificate of Completion
Training Duration
Training Duration
2 Hour(s)
Learning Type
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access Validity
Course Access Validity
3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.
Device Support
Device Support
Apple
Android
Windows
Web
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
36 months, before a refresher is required.

Our DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging course is designed for hazmat employers and hazmat employees responsible for identifying, maintaining, and using packages for the transportation of hazardous materials. This course aligns with DOT 49 CFR Parts 171-180 to ensure compliance with federal hazardous material regulations.

Selecting the correct hazmat packaging is critical to prevent spills, releases, or transportation accidents. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, improper packaging contributes to a significant number of hazardous material incidents each year, underscoring the importance of proper training.

Who Needs This DOT Hazardous Material Packaging Training?

  • Hazmat employees handling hazardous materials for shipping or storage.
  • Packaging supervisors responsible for compliance with hazardous material packaging standards.
  • Transport and logistics personnel involved in hazmat transportation.
  • Safety managers overseeing hazardous material operations.
  • Warehouse staff storing or preparing hazardous materials for shipment.

Why Choose Our DOT Hazardous Material Packaging Training?

  • Covers all key aspects of hazmat packaging and regulatory compliance.
  • Helps prevent spills, leaks, and hazardous material incidents during transportation.
  • Provides practical guidance on proper selection, maintenance, and use of hazardous packaging.
  • Training is aligned with federal regulations (49 CFR Parts 171-180).
  • Flexible online format allows learners to complete training at their own pace.
  • Access to refresher courses ensures long-term compliance and knowledge retention.

DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging Course Syllabus

This DOT Hazardous Material Packaging consists of 3 lessons divided into 2 modules. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.

Lessons

Introduction

Module 1: Hazardous Materials Regulations


This module defines hazardous materials and their classifications under applicable regulations. It explains the purpose of Hazardous Materials Regulations and identifies key enforcing federal agencies. Training requirements for hazmat employees are also summarized.

  • Lesson 1: Regulatory Overview

Module 2: Packaging


This module identifies key hazmat packaging concepts, including differences between “package” and “packaging.” Determine hazardous material packaging requirements for specific materials. Learn exceptions, including limited and small quantity classifications. Recognize UN standard hazardous packaging elements and requirements. Understand salvage drums, overpacks, and packaging reuse and reconditioning considerations.

  • Lesson 2: General Packaging Requirements
  • Lesson 3: Specific Packaging Requirements

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

The DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging course is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) and specifically includes guidance pertaining to 49 CFR Part 173.

For both general and function specific guidance on the U.S. DOT’s hazmat regulations, enroll for our 10-Hour DOT Hazmat Transportation: Advanced General Awareness Training course.

When transporting hazardous materials, all shipments must comply with the Unites States Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180). Everyone involved in the packaging of hazardous materials for transportation must be aware of, and comply with, the requirements as set out by the HMR.

This course will explain the general and specific packaging requirements for hazardous materials. Examples support how to find the required information on the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT). Packaging requirements for leaking and damaged containers, liquid hazardous materials, and empty packaging are also discussed.

The DOT Hazmat transportation training requirements are outlined in Subpart H of Part 172 of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).

  • Covers all key aspects of hazmat packaging and regulatory compliance.
  • Helps prevent spills, leaks, and hazardous material incidents during transportation.
  • Provides practical guidance on proper selection, maintenance, and use of hazardous packaging.
  • Training is aligned with federal regulations (49 CFR Parts 171-180).
  • Flexible online format allows learners to complete training at their own pace.
  • Access to refresher courses ensures long-term compliance and knowledge retention.

This DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging online training course is specifically suited to:

  • Broaden the knowledge of individuals who have completed our 4-hour DOT Hazmat Transportation: General Awareness Training course.
  • Common, contract, and private carriers who package hazardous materials for commercial transportation.
  • Employees involved in the design, manufacture, inspection, maintenance, reconditioning, repair, or testing of a package, container, or packaging component that is used for the storage and transportation of hazardous materials in commerce.
  • Shippers who offer hazardous materials in commerce for transport within states, between states, or internationally.
  • Workers whose jobs require them to handle and move, load, unload, etc., for commercial transportation packages of hazardous materials, chemicals, and hazardous waste.
  • Employees handling hazmat packages at any point in the transportation value chain including those handling and accepting hazmat packaging for freight forwarding.
  • Compliance officers who certify that all applicable requirements of the HMR are being met.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Hazmat employees must receive recurrent training at least once every three years. For employees involved in the transportation of hazardous materials by air, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires recurrent training once every two years.

In addition, according to 49 CFR 172.702(b), the DOT Hazmat Function Specific Training: Packaging online training certification must also be updated whenever the DOT issues a new regulation or revises any existing regulations.

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 on DOT regulations pertaining to packaging while transporting hazardous materials.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Course Objectives

After completing the course, the learner will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose and applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations.
  • Differentiate between the terms “package” and “packaging”.
  • Understand the general and specific packaging requirements for hazardous materials.
  • Describe the four types of hazardous materials excepted from the general packaging requirements of the HMR.
  • Discuss the considerations for reuse and reconditioning of hazardous material packaging.

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Zackery Fitz
Hazmat Packaging Line Supervisor
“I found this DOT packaging course a great help and recommend it to my team if I feel they require to brush up on their knowledge every so often!”
Mary Evers
Packaging Operator
“I find short courses like this very helpful in my day to day work! This DOT packing training is well created and not boring for such a dry subject!”
Mary Austin
Labeling Specialist
"Complex packaging regulations were explained in a straightforward manner, making them easily understandable and digestible."
Erin Joyce
Packaging Production Manager
"I got a group discount when enrolling in this packaging course for our employees, making it a cost-effective choice for me. I was also highly impressed by the quality of the training."
Aaron Heath
Packaging Technician
"The information I learnt in this training helped me a lot while implementing it at work and that is extremely satisfying for me."

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