Dangerous goods safety advisers qualifications and training
The role of the Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser and how to obtain training for the safe handling of dangerous goods.
Businesses that handle, process or transport dangerous goods on a regular basis must appoint a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA).
You don鈥檛 need to appoint a DGSA if:
- you transport smaller quantities of dangerous goods than those in the legislation
- you occasionally transport, load or unload dangerous goods, but it isn鈥檛 your main or secondary activities
Role of the Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
The DGSA has three main duties:
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monitoring compliance with rules governing transport of dangerous goods
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advising their business on the transport of dangerous goods
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preparing an annual report to management on the business' activities in the transport of dangerous goods
The DGSA is also responsible for:
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monitoring procedures and safety measures
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investigating and compiling reports on any accidents or emergencies
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advising on the potential security aspects of transport
These regulations can apply to any person who allows dangerous goods to be carried, not just the transport operator. This could include cargo consignors, freight forwarders, warehouse workers and manufacturers producing goods that will be collected from their factory.
Training for Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers
DGSAs must:
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obtain a vocational training certificate after receiving appropriate training
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pass a written examination
The Department for 91香蕉黄色视频 approves the mandatory DGSA exams. It has . SQA sets, marks and organises the exams, and issues the vocational training certificates for the whole of the United Kingdom, and the certificates are recognised in all European Union member states.
Training courses for DGSAs are run by independent providers and by the trade associations for each mode of transport. Course lengths vary from two to five days, depending on the mode(s) of transport covered.