ADR
Who needs a Vocational Training Certificate?
The driver of any vehicle that carries Dangerous Goods above prescribed limits from January 2007.
What training is offered for Drivers of Vehicles carrying Dangerous Goods above prescribed limits?
ADR Initial (Packages)s
A 4 Day course for all drivers of regulated vehicles carrying "Packages" engaged in the road transport of Dangerous Goods. The course consists of a core module, a package module and modules each for classes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9.
Please note that the "Tanks" (Tanker and Tank Containers) module can be added to the above.
It is possible to replace "Tanks" for "Packages" and / or reduce the number of classes to that which is required for current employment.
It is possible to train for just explosives or add it to an existing license.
ADR Refresher
We respectfully recommend that candidates sit the initial course as there is a high failure rate on the shorter refresher course.
Is training required by others?
Yes anyone who is involved with the carriage of Dangerous Goods by road must have recorded training appropriate to their function. These courses are individually tailored to cover general awareness and are function specific.
This includes drivers carrying Dangerous Goods below prescribed limits.
Dangerous Goods Awareness Training/Function Specific Training
This course is tailored to highlight Awareness / Function specific / Safety and Security Training for Managers and Staff; including drivers of non regulated vehicles, loaders, un-loaders, forklift operators and others involved with "Dangerous Goods". The course content can be tailored to meet operational needs. Certification for statutory record keeping will be provided.
Additional training - Security
Additional Security Training is required for all involved with "high consequence dangerous goods".
Dangerous Goods Safety Advisors Consultancy