About

Effective 1 January, 2014, operational personnel directly involved in ULD operations will be required to train regularly on topics relevant to their job tasks and responsibilities. This comprehensive course covers all operational topics required for category 3 staff.

ULDs are essential for loading freight transported by air. Although ULDs are required to ensure the safe and reliable restraint of cargo during a flight, the standards for using them vary widely across the industry. The IATA ULD Regulations (ULDR) provides a simple point of reference for common technical and operational standards, regulatory requirements, and carrier requirements applicable to overall ULD operations.

Course format

• This course is available at IATA Training Centers, regional training partner locations, and on-demand as in-company training.
• This course provides 3 days (24 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Student performance will be based on an examination.

Prerequisites

• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or equivalent for other languages.

What you will learn

After completing this course you will be able to:

• Know what is required to ensure 100% safe and efficient ULD handling
• Follow IATA ULD Regulations for acceptance and handling
• Work with a range of ULD handling devices and equipment
• Fulfil your responsibilities as an airline or third party
• Understand why ULD handling critical to flight safety and operations

Course content

• Applicability of ULD Regulations
• ULD limitations
• Classification and identification
• Operating specifications
• Marking, labelling, and documentation
• Handling procedures
• ULD certification process

Activities:

• Group exercises
• A complimentary copy of the ULD Regulations (ULDR) manual is provided with the course material.

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

• Airlines
• Ground handlers
• Freight forwards
• Shippers

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

Additional information

About IATA Classroom Training

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Further training Graduates of this course can apply for the Harvard ManageMentor© (HMM) distance learning program at a special graduate price.