Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor
Completing a Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) course is ideal for those who are looking to be the primary individual in their business to aid in risk assessing, incident reporting, compliance, training and advice.
The DGSA has 3 main duties:
- Monitoring compliance with rules governing transport of dangerous goods
- Advising their business on the transport of dangerous goods
- Preparing an annual report to management on the business’ activities in the transport of dangerous goods
The DGSA is also responsible for:
- Monitoring procedures and safety measures
- Investigating and compiling reports on any accidents or emergencies
- Advising on the potential security aspects of transport
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What’s Included
By the end of the course you should be able to:
- Understand and apply both ADR and UK Domestic Regulations
- Understand your responsibilities
- Classify dangerous goods according to the type of hazard and degree of danger
- Identify dangerous goods correctly
- Understand and apply information contained in the list of dangerous goods, Table A chapter 3.2 of ADR
- Correctly identify marking and labelling requirements
- Document consignments correctly
- Identify correct transport requirements in accordance with the regulations
Course Modules
By the end of the course you should be able to:
- Understand and apply both ADR and UK Domestic Regulations
- Understand your responsibilities
- Classify dangerous goods according to the type of hazard and degree of danger
- Identify dangerous goods correctly
- Understand and apply information contained in the list of dangerous goods, Table A chapter 3.2 of ADR
- Correctly identify marking and labelling requirements
- Document consignments correctly
- Identify correct transport requirements in accordance with the regulations
Course Benefits
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Experienced Instructors
Course Durations
5 Days
Durations available for this specific course.
Course Requirements
To pass your DGSA course and be awarded your certification, you must complete the following:
- Obtain a vocational training certificate after receiving appropriate training
- Pass a written examination
The Department for Transport approves the mandatory DGSA exams. It has appointed the Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) as its agent. SQA sets, marks and organises the exams, and issues the vocational training certificates for the whole of the UK, and the certificates are recognised in all European Union member states.
Ongoing Requirements
To continue to act as a DGSA, you must recomplete training and testing every five years. Best practice is to rebook your training during the fourth year of your certification.
Test Requirements
The DGSA examinations are suitable for individuals that work or are preparing to work as a DGSA. Examples of those who can complete this includes, but does not stop at:
- Consignors or Consignees
- Carriers
- Transport Operators
- Site or Senior Managers
- Warehouse Supervisors or Managers
- Trainers
- Consultants
- Regulators
The exam is governed by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and they set the standard required to pass this test.
Further Training
Further training depends, as a DGSA is the most reputable certification you can obtain in this field. However, if you want to run your own fleet, you could train to become a Transport Manager.
Earning Potential
Reputable Salary Checkers estimate the following for a DGSA across the UK:
While all efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we suggest conducting your own research and use these figures for information purposes only.
Becoming a DGSA doesn’t only mean more responsibility and great expertise, it also means and increased salary.
Who is this course for?
Our Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor course is for individuals who are going to be risk assessing the transport of dangerous goods by road, and help prevent these risks.
The DGSA is also responsible for:
- reporting incidents/accidents involving hazardous goods to the Department for Transport (DfT)
- Monitoring legal requirements and compliance which govern the carriage of dangerous goods
- Giving advice on the safe transport of hazardous goods
- Investigating accidents or infringements of the dangerous goods regulations, as well as keeping records of them through reports
- Monitoring training of other staff members
- Completing annual audit reports regarding business performance
What can I do with a DGSA certification?
A valid DGSA certification allows you to instruct businesses on the safe transport of dangerous goods. You are also permitted to monitor compliance regarding the regulations, and prepare annual reports, ensuring safety standards are continuously met.
What will you receive upon successful completion of this course?
You will gain your DGSA vocational certification once you pass the tests. Once you receive this, you are officially recognised as a certified DGSA and can be appointed by businesses and organisations transporting dangerous goods by road. This will allow you to advise businesses on compliance with ADR regulations regarding the transport, handling, and storage of dangerous goods.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) training?
DGSA training is an advanced course for individuals who are planning to become an appointed professional in the safe carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. This training helps businesses remain compliant and reduce the risk of causing an incident, through risk assessing and hazard mitigating.
Who needs to take DGSA training?
DGSA training is required by those who are going to be the appointed advisor in their business. They will understand the legal implications or ADR, ensure the appropriate packaging, labelling, and documentation of dangerous good classifications, and train staff on the proper and safe handling of goods. This is only a handful of the endless rules, regulations and legislations a DGSA must be aware of.
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