TRK 4010 - Basic Introductory and Operational HM Requirements

Clock Hours: 3

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: Class B CDL (or higher)

Industry Certifications (H) endorsement (Hazardous Materials)

Course Description:
This course teaches the driver-trainee the basic HM competencies, including applicable FMCSR requirements when HM is being transported and communication requirements including: shipping paper requirements, marking, labeling, placarding, emergency response information, and shipper’s responsibilities.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Driver-trainees will be able to:

List driver and shipper responsibilities for the preparation and transportation of hazardous materials
Discuss the importance of the Hazardous Materials Table and the information the Table contains
Describe the information contained in shipping papers and where to store shipping papers during the transportation of hazardous materials
Explain the requirements for markings, labels, emergency response information and placards