DEALING WITH STORAGE OF CONTAINERS & DANGEROUS GOODS ACCORDING TO THE IMDG CODE
Ensure Compliance, Safety, and Efficiency in the Handling and Storage of Hazardous Cargo under the IMDG Regulations
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 29 – 30 Apr 2026 | Dubai – UAE | USD 1995 per delegate |
Course Introduction
The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code provides the mandatory framework for safe transportation and storage of hazardous goods by sea. Non-compliance can lead to severe safety risks, financial penalties, and environmental damage. It is essential for logistics, warehouse, and port personnel to be thoroughly trained in the principles and procedures of storing and handling dangerous goods.
This intensive 2-day course delivers practical training on the classification, labeling, storage, and segregation of dangerous goods in accordance with the IMDG Code. Participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to ensure regulatory compliance, protect personnel, and maintain safe storage environments in container terminals, ports, and inland depots.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the structure, scope, and legal status of the IMDG Code
• Identify and classify dangerous goods and their transport requirements
• Apply correct procedures for packaging, labeling, and documentation
• Plan safe storage and segregation of containers carrying hazardous cargo
• Mitigate risks and respond to incidents involving dangerous goods
Key Benefits of Attending
• Gain critical knowledge to ensure safe handling and storage of dangerous cargo
• Prevent accidents and environmental damage caused by mismanagement
• Ensure compliance with global maritime safety standards and regulations
• Reduce liability exposure for your company and improve operational safety
• Learn best practices for emergency preparedness and incident response
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Logistics, warehouse, and port operations staff
• Dangerous goods safety advisors (DGSAs)
• Freight forwarders and container terminal personnel
• Shipping line agents, customs, and regulatory staff
• Anyone responsible for hazardous materials handling and storage
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• IMDG Code structure, application, and documentation
• Hazard classification, labeling, and segregation principles
• Safe storage techniques for dangerous goods in containers
• Emergency response and spill containment awareness
• Risk identification and regulatory compliance
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Improved regulatory compliance and reduced penalties
• Enhanced safety procedures for containerized hazardous cargo
• Lower risk of workplace incidents and cargo-related claims
• Increased staff competency and emergency response capability
• Streamlined documentation and inspection readiness
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – IMDG Code structure, classification, and key principles
• Case Studies – Real-world accidents involving hazardous cargo
• Workshops – Segregation exercises and labeling simulations
• Peer Exchange – Experience sharing on container safety and port protocols
• Tools – Segregation tables, documentation checklists, and risk maps
Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Understanding the IMDG Code and Hazardous Cargo Classification
- Module 1: Overview of the IMDG Code and Legal Framework (07:30 – 09:30)
• Code structure, applicability, and responsibilities - Module 2: Hazard Classification and Identification (09:45 – 11:15)
• UN numbers, class divisions, and packaging groups - Module 3: Workshop – Interpreting the Dangerous Goods List (11:30 – 01:00)
• Identify applicable rules for sample shipments - Module 4: Labeling, Marking, and Documentation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Placards, transport documents, and data accuracy
Day 2: Safe Storage, Segregation & Emergency Procedures
- Module 1: Segregation Principles and Container Placement (07:30 – 09:30)
• Incompatible goods, stowage codes, and container stacking - Module 2: Safe Storage in Warehouses and Yards (09:45 – 11:15)
• Ventilation, temperature, security, and site layout - Module 3: Workshop – Segregation Table Application (11:30 – 01:00)
• Plan container yard layout based on cargo compatibility - Module 4: Emergency Preparedness and Spill Response (02:00 – 03:30)
• Incident response, reporting, and PPE usage
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Handling and Storage of Dangerous Goods According to the IMDG Code, validating their competency in the safe storage, segregation, and documentation of hazardous cargo in compliance with international maritime standards.