DOT Hazmat Transportation & Security Awareness Initial Training - Online

Who Needs DOT HAZMAT Transportation Training?

Anyone involved in selecting a package, marking a container, applying a label, preparing paperwork (e.g., Bills of Lading, Manifests), packing a shipment, or taking part in any part of the transportation or handling of hazardous materials are required to receive DOT Hazmat Transportation training.

How do I get my HAZMAT Transportation Certification?
The first step in becoming a HAZMAT certified driver is to get your Class A CDL. After you get a class A CDL the next step is acquiring your HAZMAT endorsement.

To do that, you need to complete an application that requires the following:
     • ID proof of being at least 21-years-old
     • Proof of citizenship or legal residence
     • A medical exam and eye exam

You must pass a HAZMAT knowledge test. This includes getting your HAZMAT Transportation Training before you can perform any shipments.
How often do I need DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training?
After the initial training, you will be required to get refresher training every three years or when regulations significantly change to remain compliant.


Is DOT HAZMAT Transportation Training mandatory?
Yes, it is required for anyone who transports hazardous materials in The United States before performing any shipping/job duties.

How long is HAZMAT Training good for?
DOT HAZMAT Training is good for 3 years unless regulations change significantly. Students will be required to receive refresher training every three years.

What is DOT HAZMAT Transportation Training?
DOT HAZMAT Transportation Training will teach you how to properly prepare, package, and ship hazardous materials by air, land, or sea.

What is a DOT HAZMAT Employee?
Simply put, if part of your job has to do with HAZMAT, you are a HAZMAT employee. This includes the fabricators of HAZMAT packaging since those individuals are the first line in protecting the HAZMAT by fabricating packages in accordance with DOT specifications.

Can I take DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training online?
Yes! DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training can be completed entirely online as long as it meets DOT mandated training requirements under 49 CFR 172.704.

What is a Hazardous material?
According to OSHA, a hazardous material is any item or agent biological, chemical, radiological, or physical, which has the potential to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment, either by itself or through interaction with other factors.

What is the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act?
According to OSHA, The Hazardous Materials Transportation Act regulates the transportation of hazardous materials to protect against the risks to life, property, and the environment that are inherent in the transportation of hazardous material in intrastate, interstate, and foreign commerce.

How long is a DOT Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Transportation Training Class?
DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification Online takes a minimum of 6 hours of online class time to be certified.

What does HAZMAT stand for?
HAZMAT is the abbreviation for hazardous materials used by The Department of Transportation and OSHA.

Who regulates hazardous materials transportation?
The Hazardous Materials Transportation act created by The Department of Transportation in 1975 and, this is the main law that regulates the transportation of hazardous materials.

What jobs can I get with a HAZMAT Certification?
A few of the jobs that require HAZMAT Certification include Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator, warehouse supervisor or manager, logistics specialist or coordinator, and shipping & receiving supervisor, just to name a few

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