Dangerous Goods Training Task Force (DGTTF)

The primary objectives of the DGTTF include:

• Developing dangerous goods training standards to support member airlines in maintaining the highest safety standards
• Developing and reviewing the IATA Dangerous Goods Training Program to ensure that the program is current and fully aligned to the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)
• Maintaining the content of the IATA Guidelines for Instructors of Dangerous Goods Courses and other training aids to assist instructors in the development and implementation of professional training standards
• Reviewing and updating qualification standards for instructors conducting dangerous goods training
• Exploring, evaluating, and promoting the use of new training technologies

Meetings

Meetings are normally held twice in a year, usually in May and October.

Membership

The DGTTF consists of up to 12 members nominated by the Cargo Services Conference (CSC) and appointed by the Dangerous Goods Board (DGB) each being an expert in the dangerous goods training field. Also, representatives from IATA member airlines, FIATA, IFALPA, and IATA strategic partners attend and participate in the meetings as observers.

Contact

• Secretary
  Brendan Sullivan
  Manager, Cargo Standards, IATA