The transportation of dangerous goods requires an special authorization the driver has to carry together with the driving license. The training for this authorization has to be done in a centre certified by the Dirección General de Tráfico.
Units of the course:
- General introduction to dangerous goods and means of transport.
- Dangerous Goods Regulations.
- Definition and types of dangerous goods.
- Packaging of dangerous goods.
- Identification and labels of dangerous goods.
- Preventive and safety measures.
- Waybill of lading.
- Load limitations.
- Regulations and restrictions on circulation.
- Handling, stowage, cleaning and degassing.
- Requirements related to the nature of the transported goods.
- Toxic waste.
- Role of the safety advisor.
