IATA Dangerous Goods Transport by Air

Dangerous Goods Transport by Air Training educates individuals on the proper procedures and regulations for safely handling and transporting hazardous materials via air. This training ensures compliance with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), which are essential for maintaining safety in air transport.

While there is no formal "IATA DGR certification," completing an IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training course and obtaining a certificate of completion demonstrates that you have received the necessary training to handle and transport dangerous goods by air. This certificate serves as proof of training and is often required by employers and regulatory bodies.

Yes, you can complete IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training through providers that offer online courses such as ours. Upon successful completion of the course and any required assessments, you will receive a certificate of completion, which serves as proof of your training.

Our online course contains at least 2 hours of instructional material. However, the total time to complete the course depends on your individual pace, the time dedicated to taking the course, and the time taken to pass quizzes or exams. You can log on and off as needed, and upon returning, the course will resume where you left off.

According to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, HAZMAT employees must repeat training at least every three years. To remain compliant with IATA standards, recurrent dangerous goods training must occur within 24 months of the previous training. Airline carriers may refuse shipments if IATA DGR training has not been completed within the previous 24 months.

Technically, there is no official “certification” for IATA DGR. This term is often used to describe completing dangerous goods training and receiving a certificate of completion. This training is intended for anyone involved in the air transport of hazardous materials, including shippers, freight forwarders, airline acceptance staff, ground handlers, compliance specialists, dispatchers, and crew members.

This IATA Dangerous Goods course covers complex regulatory topics, but it is designed to be clear and easy to understand for learners at all levels. How challenging it feels will depend on your background knowledge and the effort you put into the material. It requires roughly 6 hours and is structured to allow self-paced learning, meaning learners can progress at their own speed and revisit challenging content as needed. 

Each enrollment includes a defined access period that begins on the date of purchase. During this time, you must complete all course activities, quizzes, and exams. The length of access may vary by course, so please review our Terms and Conditions for full details.

Don’t worry! If you lose your certificate, you can easily re-download or print it by logging in to your account. For a full step-by-step guide on how to retrieve your certificate, click here.