Infectious Substances Transport (LIVE virtual classroom)

Did you know that in the past 5 years, 343 participants from 45 countries have taken this course with IATA?

3-day (18 hours) LIVE virtual classroom course

This course is recommended for 'Personnel Responsible for Preparing Dangerous Goods' as per IATA's DGR - section 1.5 and in accordance with functions 7.1 in IATA's 'Dangerous Goods Training Guidance'. | Previously covered under categories 1, 2 & 3. Find out more about the CBTA approach, current courses and previous corresponding categories.

Shipping Infectious Substances can be an intimidating task when looking at the multitude of classification, packaging, marking, labelling, documentation, and handling requirements. In accordance with Division 6.2 – Category A and B requirements, this course will keep you compliant with regulations for shipping infectious substances, such as those used in medical research and diagnostic fields. This course will teach you the skills to handle potentially dangerous pathogens, process all of the correct documentation, and reduce risks to yourself and those around you. We strongly advise that you check with your appropriate local authority if a virtual classroom training solution will be accepted.

Course Code: TCGP-22-VC

Course format

• The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• The course will take you approximately 18 hours to complete and be held over 3 consecutive days.
• There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions per day, each session will be 180 minutes.
• The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

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Prerequisites

• Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account. Please have your login details ready.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount. The discount will be calculated at the time of payment.

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.

On completion of this course you will be able to:

• Apply the technical skills of shipping infectious substances by air
• Reference the current Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations (ISSR) based on the most recent IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Manual
• Apply the step-by step workbook in conjunction with the current Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations publication
• Promote safe and efficient handling practices in the workplace
• Facilitate shipments in compliance with the applicable regulations

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• Classification of infectious substances
• Labelling, documentation, and handling of infectious substances
• Emergency procedures for infectious substances
• IATA Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations manual
• Key issues involved in the shipping of infectious substances

Supporting materials

Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of the latest valid IATA Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations (ISSR) manual in e-book format. It is an indispensable field publication that you will refer to throughout this course and in your day-to-day duties.

This course is recommended for:

• Medical personnel
• Laboratory personnel shipping viruses for research purposes
• Airline cargo acceptance agents and freight forwarders
• Pharmaceutical company staff

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 80% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher. Please note: This certificate is valid for 24 months.