dangerous goods safety adviser

Description

Dangerous goods safety advisers inspect and make transport recommendations in line with the European regulations regarding the transport of dangerous goods. They may advise on the transport of dangerous goods by road, rail, sea and air. Dangerous goods safety advisers also prepare safety reports and investigate safety infringements. They provide individuals with the procedures and instructions to follow during the loading, unloading and transporting of these goods.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

international carriage of dangerous goods by road transportation methods handling of dangerous goods laws on the transportation of dangerous goods health and safety regulations types of cargo communication principles road transport legislation customs law air transport law

Practical Skills

advise on safety measures check dangerous goods transport unit cooperate with colleagues ensure appropriate packaging of dangerous goods liaise with colleagues manage documentation for dangerous goods instruct on safety measures present reports write work-related reports coordinate import transportation activities recognise the hazards of dangerous goods adapt communication style according to recipient follow ethical code of conduct in transport services create incident reports inspect cargo perform park safety inspections communicate regulations transport dangerous goods