Function :
Personnel responsible for processing or accepting Dangerous Goods consignments or accepting mail containing Dangerous Goods or personnel nominated by their employer to meeting the GCAA Dangerous Goods Certification requirements or personnel performing the functions of Dangerous Goods Post Holder for Air Operators including “no-carry” Air Operators, ground Handling Agents, Helicopter Operators, Designated Postal Operators, Freight Forwarders and Packaging Suppliers
About the program
Course Title for 4.1.D – DGR Training for Personnel Responsible for Processing or Accepting Dangerous Goods
Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) training for personnel responsible for processing or accepting Dangerous Goods and comply with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) certification requirements.
Initial Training (Radioactive material not included)
- 4 days (32 hours)
Initial Training (Including Radioactive Material)
- 5 days (40 hours)
Recurrent Training
- 3 days (24 hours)
Personnel from the freight forwarders, airlines, ground handling agents, helicopter operators, postal operators and packaging suppliers dealing with Dangerous Goods
After completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the national and international legal framework on the air transport of Dangerous Goods
- Understand the specific responsibilities of the shipper and operator.
- Navigate the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations to correctly apply it to classify, identify, pack, mark, label, document, accept, store, load the Dangerous Goods shipment, based on your specific job function.
- Purpose and the legal framework on why there is a need for regulations
- Applicability, Training Requirements
- Limitations and Exceptions
- Classification of the 9 Classes of Dangerous Goods
- Identification
- Packaging Requirements
- Marking and Labelling
- Dangerous Goods Declaration and Air Waybill Requirements
- Class 7 Radioactive Material (If required by employer)
Current year IATA DG Regulations Manual and the UAE Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR) Part VI Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (DGR Aviation will provide these for the duration of the training)
Plenty of simulation exercises and case studies on various types of Dangerous Goods shipment to enable participants to progressively apply their knowledge and skills to prepare and accept Dangerous Goods shipment.
Final assessment (theory and practical) on last day of class to assess participant’s knowledge, skills and attitude on the application of the Regulations.
- A Certificate and an Identification Card will be issued upon the successful completion of the course.
- Certificate is valid for two years.
For customized or in-house training, please complete the request form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs GCAA 4.1.D dangerous goods training?
Personnel responsible for processing or accepting dangerous goods consignments, or accepting mail containing dangerous goods. It also covers staff nominated by their employer to meet GCAA dangerous goods certification requirements and personnel acting as Dangerous Goods Post Holder for air operators, including no-carry operators, ground handling agents, helicopter operators, designated postal operators, freight forwarders and packaging suppliers.
How long is the 4.1.D course?
Initial training without Class 7 radioactive material runs 4 days (32 hours). Initial training including radioactive material runs 5 days (40 hours). Recurrent training runs at 3 days (24 hours). Classes run 8am to 5pm at the DGR Aviation centre in Port Saeed, Dubai.
What is the difference between GCAA 4.1.D and IATA function 7.3?
They describe the same/similar function under two frameworks. GCAA 4.1.D is the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) as set out in GCAA CAR Part VI. IATA 7.3 is the corresponding function under IATA.
Do I need the Class 7 radioactive material module?
Only if your employer requires it. If your operation accepts radioactive consignments, take the 5-day initial course that includes Class 7. If it does not, the 4-day version covers non-radioactive materials only. Check with your management/Dangerous Goods Post Holder (FGPH) before booking for the class.
What topics does the 4.1.D syllabus cover?
The legal framework behind the regulations, applicability and training requirements, limitations and exceptions, classification of the nine classes of dangerous goods, identification, packaging requirements, marking and labelling, and the Shipper’s Declaration and air waybill requirements. Class 7 radioactive material is included where the employer requires it.
Is there an exam at the end of the 4.1.D course?
Yes. A final theory and practical assessment are held on the last day of class, covering knowledge, skills and application of the regulations. Throughout the course, simulation exercises and case studies on different consignment types build up to that assessment, so participants practise on realistic shipments before being tested.
What certificate is issued after 4.1.D?
Successful participants receive a certificate and an identification card. The certificate is valid for two years, after which recurrent training (3 days, 24 hours) is required to keep the qualification current and to remain eligible to accept dangerous goods consignments.
Do I need previous dangerous goods experience to join 4.1.D?
No. The initial course builds the framework from first principles, so participants new to dangerous goods are catered for. It is designed for staff nominated by their employer to meet GCAA certification requirements including preparing DG consignments. If you already hold a valid certificate approaching expiry, book the 3-day recurrent course instead of the initial.
Can this course qualify a Dangerous Goods Post Holder?
Yes. This course is a pre-requisite before one can attend the DGPH training which is for operators, ground handling agents, helicopter operators, designated postal operators, freight forwarders and packaging suppliers.
What reference materials are used during the training?
Depending on the job function, the current-year IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations manual, workbook exercises and other relevant handouts.
