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Training
Professional competency-based training programs from SAAA@Singapore.
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air – Initial as per the IATA Dangerous Goods Training Guidance 7.4 (Supervised Assessment)
Handling Cargo in a Warehouse, Loading and Unloading Unit Load Devices and Loading and Unloading Aircraft Cargo Compartments
Course Objectives
This course is intended to meet the regulatory training need in compliance with the new training provisions based on job functions, to be implemented, with effect from 1st January 2023. H.1.1.2 states that personnel must be trained to competently perform the function for which they are responsible. These responsibilities are determined by the specific functions the personnel perform and not by their job titles. This course specially targets personnel responsible for handling cargo in a warehouse, loading and unloading unit load devices and loading and unloading only on aircraft cargo compartments. Our course contents are uniquely developed to meet the needs of freight forwarders. Upon completion of this competency-based training assessment course, the individual is accredited to be equipped with relevant knowledge to competently perform the required tasks at stipulated levels of competency levels. Various assessment modes are determined to assess their skills, knowledge and attitude competency factors.
Course Outline
- Module 0 - Understanding the basics of dangerous goods Dangerous goods applicability Understanding the general limitations Identifying roles and responsibilities Understanding the importance of classification and packaging Understanding hazard communication Familiarizing with basic emergency response
- Module 4 - Managing cargo pre-loading Plan the load Prepare load for aircraft
- Module 6 - Transporting cargo/baggage Load aircraft Unload aircraft
- Module 7 - Collecting safety data Report dangerous goods accidents Report dangerous goods incidents Report undeclared/mis-declared dangerous goods Report dangerous goods occurrences
Who Should Attend?
- Freight forwarders working at warehouse, building Unit Load Devices
- Ground handling agents
- Operators
Accreditation & Examination
SAAA’s co-branded IATA Secured Digital Award (SDA) Certificate is awarded to participants who successfully obtained a grade of 80% or higher based on overall assessment format. Pass with distinction is awarded to participants who did exceptionally well at above 90%.
Duration
9am to 6pm
Course Fees
| Fee category | Initial (1-day) |
|---|---|
| Full course fee (before GST) | $300.00 |
| Singapore Citizens and PRs aged 21+ | $150.00 |
| Singapore Citizens aged 40+ | $90.00 |
SSG Funding Eligibility / Grant Disbursement Criteria:
- Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Course fees have been fully paid within the stipulated timeline. (For employer-sponsored trainee, course fees must be received from the company's account).
- Trainee must achieve at least 75% attendance.
- Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments.
- There is employer-employee relationship and CPF contribution for employer-sponsored trainees.
- SAAA Cargo Services Pte Ltd reserves the right to recover the funded amount from trainee / company if the trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.
- Funding application is subjected for approval by SSG.
Withdrawal and Refund of Fees
On withdrawal of course upon acceptance, participant is required to write to SAAA Cargo Services Pte Ltd through their respective companies. Refund is only applicable based on the notification period. Else, below penalty applies.
| Written Notice received by SAAA | Penalty |
|---|---|
| More than 1 week | No penalty |
| Less than 7 days | 100%, no refund |