Course on Regulations for the Transport of Dangerous Goods
Why this course?
The Dangerous Goods Transport Regulations Course
This course provides you with the essential knowledge for legal compliance and safety in the handling and transport of these materials. Learn to correctly identify, classify, and document goods, minimizing risks and ensuring environmental protection. This program covers the current ADR regulations, packaging, labeling, and marking procedures, as well as the responsibilities of each actor in the transport chain.
Differentiating Advantages
- Practical Approach: Case studies and real-world examples for a better understanding of the regulations.
- Constant Updates: Content reviewed and updated with the latest legislative changes.
- Official Certification: Obtain a recognized certificate that accredits your training and competence.
- Risk Reduction: Minimize the risk of incidents, penalties, and damage to your company’s reputation.
- Flexibility: Online format with access to resources and personalized tutoring.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Cursos
- Hours: 150 H
- Start date: 26-10-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Logistics and transport professionals looking to update their knowledge of ADR and RID regulations.
- Safety and risk prevention managers who need to implement safe protocols for handling dangerous goods.
- Warehouse and shipping personnel involved in the handling and packaging of hazardous substances.
- Consultants and auditors requiring specialized knowledge for regulatory compliance assessment.
- Students and recent graduates in related fields seeking valuable specialization in the logistics sector.
Immediate applicability
Intensive training with real-world case studies, simulations, and tools for risk management and mandatory documentation.
Objectives and competencies
Identify and correctly classify dangerous goods:
“Use the IMDG, identifying the class, division, UN number and required packaging/labeling.”
Correctly apply the regulations regarding the packaging and labeling of goods:
“To ensure compliance with current legislation on packaging and labeling, considering the characteristics of the goods, the means of transport and the final destination, avoiding penalties and facilitating traceability.”
Manage the required documentation and administrative procedures:
“With diligence, meeting deadlines, formats and internal/external regulations; optimizing information flows and archiving.”
Responding effectively to emergencies and accidents:
Act promptly and decisively, applying emergency procedures, managing available resources and communicating the situation to the competent authorities (VTS/Maritime Rescue) to minimize damage and safeguard lives and the environment.
Ensuring safety in the transport and handling of dangerous goods:
Comply with ADR/RID/IMDG regulations, verifying packaging, labeling, stowage and documentation, and act in the event of incidents following specific emergency plans.
To know and apply the responsibilities of all actors involved in transport:
Comply with documentary obligations (cargo, stowage, IMO), insurance and certificates, both for the ship and the crew, ensuring regulatory compliance in each port.
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to ADR: Definitions, scope, and objectives.
- ADR Regulatory Framework: National and international legislation.
- Key stakeholders in ADR: Companies, carriers, shippers, authorities.
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Nomenclature, classes, and divisions.
- Packaging and Labeling: Standards and specifications.
- ADR Transport Documentation: Consignment note, written instructions, certificate of approval.
- Vehicles and Equipment: Technical requirements, inspections, and maintenance.
- Training and Capacity Building: Safety advisors, drivers, and other personnel involved.
- Risk Management in ADR Transport: Identification, assessment, and control.
Emergency Plans: Procedures for responding to incidents.
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- Introduction to Dangerous Goods: Definitions, Classification, and Risks
- ADR Regulations: Structure, Scope, and Responsibilities
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Classes, Divisions, and Compatibility
- Packaging and Labeling: Types of Packaging, Markings, Labels, and Plates
- Transport Documentation: Waybill, Written Instructions, and Certificates
- Vehicles and Equipment: Approval, Equipment, and Maintenance
- Personnel Training: Drivers, Loaders, Unloaders, and Shippers
- Cargo Stowage and Securing: Principles, Techniques, and Materials
- Safety and Emergencies: Emergency plans, equipment, and procedures
Civil Liability and Insurance: Coverage and obligations
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- Introduction to ADR: Structure and Scope
- Classes of Dangerous Goods: Identification and Properties
- General Packaging Provisions: Types, Marking, and Labelling
- Vehicle Construction and Approval: Types, Equipment, and Inspections
- Transport Documentation: Consignment Note, Written Instructions, Certificate of Approval
- Staff Training: Drivers, Safety Advisors, and Other Personnel
- Safety Provisions: Surveillance, Parking, and Prohibitions on Joint Loading
- Transport Provisions: Limited and Exempt Quantities, Packages, and Tanks
- Action in Case of Incident or Accident: First Responders First aid, spills and leaks
Responsibilities and sanctions: Compliance with regulations and control
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- Introduction to Dangerous Goods: Definitions and Classifications (ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG, IATA)
- National and International Legislation: Applicable Agreements, Conventions, and Regulations
- Transport Documentation: Waybills, Dangerous Goods Declarations, Certificates
- Packaging and Labeling: Packaging, Marking, and Labeling Standards According to Hazard Class
- Vehicles and Infrastructure: Technical Requirements, Vehicle Approval, Signage
- Personnel Training: Obligations of the Shipper, Carrier, Consignee, and Safety Advisor
- Stowage and Lashing: Safe Procedures for Loading, Unloading, and Securing Goods
- Incident Management and Emergencies: Emergency plans, protective equipment, first aid
Liability and Insurance: Legal responsibilities, mandatory insurance, and risk coverage
Control and Monitoring: Inspections, sanctions, and regulatory compliance
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
Plan de estudio - Módulos
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to ADR: Definitions, scope, and objectives.
- ADR Regulatory Framework: National and international legislation.
- Key stakeholders in ADR: Companies, carriers, shippers, authorities.
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Nomenclature, classes, and divisions.
- Packaging and Labeling: Standards and specifications.
- ADR Transport Documentation: Consignment note, written instructions, certificate of approval.
- Vehicles and Equipment: Technical requirements, inspections, and maintenance.
- Training and Capacity Building: Safety advisors, drivers, and other personnel involved.
- Risk Management in ADR Transport: Identification, assessment, and control.
Emergency Plans: Procedures for responding to incidents.
‘
- Introduction to Dangerous Goods: Definitions, Classification, and Risks
- ADR Regulations: Structure, Scope, and Responsibilities
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Classes, Divisions, and Compatibility
- Packaging and Labeling: Types of Packaging, Markings, Labels, and Plates
- Transport Documentation: Waybill, Written Instructions, and Certificates
- Vehicles and Equipment: Approval, Equipment, and Maintenance
- Personnel Training: Drivers, Loaders, Unloaders, and Shippers
- Cargo Stowage and Securing: Principles, Techniques, and Materials
- Safety and Emergencies: Emergency plans, equipment, and procedures
Civil Liability and Insurance: Coverage and obligations
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- Introduction to ADR: Structure and Scope
- Classes of Dangerous Goods: Identification and Properties
- General Packaging Provisions: Types, Marking, and Labelling
- Vehicle Construction and Approval: Types, Equipment, and Inspections
- Transport Documentation: Consignment Note, Written Instructions, Certificate of Approval
- Staff Training: Drivers, Safety Advisors, and Other Personnel
- Safety Provisions: Surveillance, Parking, and Prohibitions on Joint Loading
- Transport Provisions: Limited and Exempt Quantities, Packages, and Tanks
- Action in Case of Incident or Accident: First Responders First aid, spills and leaks
Responsibilities and sanctions: Compliance with regulations and control
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- Introduction to Dangerous Goods: Definitions and Classifications (ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG, IATA)
- National and International Legislation: Applicable Agreements, Conventions, and Regulations
- Transport Documentation: Waybills, Dangerous Goods Declarations, Certificates
- Packaging and Labeling: Packaging, Marking, and Labeling Standards According to Hazard Class
- Vehicles and Infrastructure: Technical Requirements, Vehicle Approval, Signage
- Personnel Training: Obligations of the Shipper, Carrier, Consignee, and Safety Advisor
- Stowage and Lashing: Safe Procedures for Loading, Unloading, and Securing Goods
- Incident Management and Emergencies: Emergency plans, protective equipment, first aid
Liability and Insurance: Legal responsibilities, mandatory insurance, and risk coverage
Control and Monitoring: Inspections, sanctions, and regulatory compliance
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- ADR Legal Framework: National and International Regulations, Agreements, and Directives
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Criteria, Classes, Divisions, and Packing Groups
- ADR Transport Documentation: Consignment Note, Written Instructions, Vehicle Approval Certificate
- Packaging and Labeling: Types of Packaging, Marking, Labeling, and Signaling of Packages
- ADR Vehicles: Types of Vehicles, Equipment, Approval, and Signaling
- Provisions Relating to the Loading, Unloading, and Handling of Dangerous Goods
- Transport in Tankers: Specific Requirements, Inspections, and Tests
- Training of Personnel: Driver, Safety Advisor, Loading and Unloading Personnel
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Selection, Use, and Maintenance
- Emergency and Incident Response Plan: Procedures, Communication, and Coordination
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- Introduction to ADR: Definition, scope, and objectives.
- ADR legal framework: European Directives and national regulations.
- Classification of dangerous goods: United Nations (UN) and ADR classes.
- ADR documentation: Consignment note, written instructions, and certificates.
- ADR vehicles: Types, construction, equipment, and markings.
- Packaging and labelling of dangerous goods: Approval and marking.
- Loading, unloading, and stowage of dangerous goods: Procedures and responsibilities.
- Safety in ADR transport: Risk prevention and emergency measures.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE): Selection, use, and maintenance.
- First aid in case of an ADR accident and emergency response.
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- Introduction to ADR: Definitions, scope, and structure of the regulations.
- Classification of dangerous goods: Classes, divisions, and packing groups.
- General packing provisions: Types of containers/packaging, marking, and labelling.
- Transport documentation: Consignment note, written instructions, stowage certificate.
- Vehicles: Types, approval, equipment, and markings (orange panels).
- Personnel training: Driver, safety advisor, and other personnel involved.
- Transport provisions: Loading/unloading, stowage, cleaning, and safety.
- Exemptions: Limited and excepted quantities, transport in bulk.
- Security: prevention measures, protection plans, and emergency response.
- Responsibilities and penalties: of the shipper, loader, carrier, and consignee.
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- Introduction to ADR: Scope, Definitions, and Legal Structure
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Classes, Divisions, Packing Groups
- Transport Documentation: Consignment Note, Written Instructions, Certificates
- Packaging and Labeling: Requirements, Markings, Plates, and Panels
- Vehicle Construction and Equipment: Types, Approval, Tankers
- Provisions Relating to Loading, Unloading, and Handling
- Training of Stakeholders: Driver, Safety Advisor, Shipper
- Obligations and Responsibilities of Parties in Transport
- Transport Safety: Risk Prevention, Emergency Plans
- Inspections and control: competent authorities, sanctions
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Career opportunities
- Safety Advisor for the Transport of Dangerous Goods (ADR/RID/ADN/IMDG): Advising companies on regulatory compliance, preparing reports, managing documentation, and training staff.
- Dangerous Goods Dispatch/Receipt Manager: Managing the correct identification, packaging, labeling, and documentation of dangerous goods in warehouses, distribution centers, or logistics facilities.
- Dangerous Goods Carrier: Safely driving vehicles transporting dangerous goods, complying with established regulations and procedures.
- Logistics Operator specializing in dangerous goods: Planning, organizing, and controlling the dangerous goods supply chain, ensuring regulatory compliance at all stages.
- Dangerous Goods Transport Consultant/Auditor: Conducting internal and external audits to verify compliance with regulations. Regulations, identification of areas for improvement, and development of action plans.
- Occupational Risk Prevention (ORP) Technician specializing in hazardous materials: Assessment of occupational risks associated with the transport and handling of hazardous materials, development of emergency plans, and staff training.
- Trainer in hazardous materials transport regulations: Delivery of training courses for safety advisors, drivers, and personnel involved in the transport of hazardous materials.
- Public Administration (control and inspection): Control and supervision of compliance with hazardous materials transport regulations by companies and carriers.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
5. Induction
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Get a thorough understanding: of current legislation on the transport of dangerous goods (ADR/RID/ADN/IMDG/ICAO/IATA).
- Apply correctly: classify, pack, label, and document shipments of dangerous goods.
- Avoid penalties: minimize risks and ensure regulatory compliance at every stage of transport.
- Qualified professionals: training delivered by experts with extensive experience in the sector.
- Practical case studies: learn through real-world examples and simulations for better understanding.
Testimonials
I implemented a training program on hazardous materials transportation regulations for our company, achieving 100% certification for all employees involved in the logistics chain. This resulted in zero incidents related to the transportation of hazardous materials in the last year, optimizing safety and significantly reducing operational and legal risks.
During the Transportation and Logistics course, I acquired the necessary skills to optimize a company’s distribution routes, reducing transportation costs by 15% and improving delivery times by 20%.
I successfully implemented the new IMDG labeling and documentation system in our company, which resulted in a 20% reduction in incidents related to the transport of dangerous goods and a 15% increase in the efficiency of the shipping process.
I implemented the ADR labeling and documentation system in my company, reducing incidents by 60% and avoiding penalties for improper transport of hazardous goods. We saved costs and improved the safety of all personnel.
Frequently asked questions
Substances and objects which, due to their physical and chemical characteristics, present risks to health, safety, property or the environment during transport.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Prevent accidents and protect people, the environment and property during the transport of dangerous goods.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to ADR: Scope, Definitions, and Legal Structure
- Classification of Dangerous Goods: Classes, Divisions, Packing Groups
- Transport Documentation: Consignment Note, Written Instructions, Certificates
- Packaging and Labeling: Requirements, Markings, Plates, and Panels
- Vehicle Construction and Equipment: Types, Approval, Tankers
- Provisions Relating to Loading, Unloading, and Handling
- Training of Stakeholders: Driver, Safety Advisor, Shipper
- Obligations and Responsibilities of Parties in Transport
- Transport Safety: Risk Prevention, Emergency Plans
- Inspections and control: competent authorities, sanctions
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Request information
- Complete the Application Form
- Attach your CV/Qualifications (if you have them to hand).
- Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you want the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
Teachers
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.