Dangerous Goods Driver

training img
Areas Of Interest:   Truck & Bus Driving
Certificate Level:  Certificate III
Certificate Name:  Certificate III in Driving Operations
Certificate Description:  Dangerous Goods Drivers operate heavy combination vehicles to transport dangerous or hazardous goods. They must carry out regular vehicle inspections and load and unload dangerous goods.
Code:  TLI31216
Work Type:  Practical & Manual

Skills & Knowledge you will learn

Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
Carry out basic workplace calculations
Follow work health and safety procedures
Apply fatigue management strategies
Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes
Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures
Licence to drive a heavy rigid vehicle OR
Licence to drive heavy combination vehicle
Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances
Load and unload explosives/dangerous goods
Identify and label explosives/dangerous goods
Prepare for transport of dangerous goods
Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures
Licence to transport dangerous goods by road OR
Load, unload, exchange and connect LPG cylinders
Ensure compliance with Australian Dangerous Goods Code
Process workplace documentation
Work effectively with others
Apply accident-emergency procedures OR
Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads
Apply safe procedures when handling/transporting dangerous goods or explosives