Understanding the Basics of Dangerous Goods for Air Transport (IATA)

Learn the basics of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations in under 2 hours.

What are “Dangerous Goods”?

Dangerous goods are items or substances that pose a risk to health, safety, property, or the environment when transported. Examples include lithium batteries, aerosols, flammable liquids, and chemicals.

How long is the course and is there a test? 

The course takes about 2 hours and includes an assessment test. You’ll receive a certificate upon completion.

What’s the difference between this course and the “Hidden Dangerous Goods” training?

This course explains the full basics of DG, including classes, documentation, and safety. The “Hidden DG” course is focused on non-DG shippers and recognizing items that might be dangerous without realizing it.
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  • Level: Introductory
  • Study time: 2 hours
  • Exams: Assessment test
  • Author: Veerle Melis
  • Certificate: Yes
Course overview
This introductory course is designed for shippers and other professionals involved in air transport who require a foundational understanding of dangerous goods. 

The training provides an overview of what dangerous goods are, how they are classified, and the general structure and application of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. It focuses on regulatory awareness and understanding at an entry level.

The course is suitable for logistics professionals, shipping and warehouse teams, and anyone involved in air cargo operations who needs basic dangerous goods knowledge.


Price: €72 (VAT included)
Net Price: €59.50 (excl. VAT)
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Certification included

Certificate

About the Trainer

his course was created by Veerle Melis, an aviation compliance specialist with over 30 years of experience in the air cargo industry.

Veerle has worked at major international airports for ground handling agents and airlines, as well as for an organisation officially authorised to act as a shipper on behalf of clients.

Throughout her career, she has trained and supported shippers, freight forwarders, handling agents, and airline staff across Europe, with a consistent focus on making dangerous goods regulations clear, practical, and accessible.

Her mission is to help professionals feel confident and well prepared to manage regulatory requirements related to dangerous goods, regardless of their role or level of experience.

Veerle is the founder of dangerousgoods.online, an online training platform providing modular dangerous goods training and knowledge support for shipping and logistics professionals.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand what dangerous goods are and why they are regulated in air transport
  • Recognise the general limitations applicable to dangerous goods by air
  • Identify dangerous goods using the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
  • Understand the basic principles of hazard classification
  • Understand hazard communication, including marking, labelling, and documentation
  • Recognise the purpose of emergency response information related to dangerous goods
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