Shipping Lithium Batteries by Air (classroom)
Did you know that in the past 5 years, 382 participants from 62 countries have taken this course with IATA?
About the course
2-day (16 hours) classroom course
Acquire the skills and knowledge to pack and ship lithium ion and lithium metal cells and batteries by air, in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the ICAO Technical Instruction and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). Over two days, you will examine the classification and identification of dangerous goods, with a particular focus on lithium batteries, and learn how to complete the necessary documentation, marking, labelling and packaging of shipments. You will learn about the limitations to transport lithium batteries by air, as well as emergency procedures in the event of an incident or accident.
This course is based on the content of the Lithium Battery Shipping Regulations (LBSR), a comprehensive guide designed for shippers and packers to meet their safety obligations related to the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. This course is recommended for Category 1, 2, 3 personnel as per Table 1.5.A of the IATA DGR.
This course is available at IATA Training Centers and Regional Training Partner locations, and on-demand as in-house training.
Course code: TCGP-52
Course format
- This classroom course provides 2 days (16 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
- Student performance will be based on an assessment.
Prerequisites
- Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
- The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.
How to register
To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the salesperson in your region.
Next class
United States, Miami (IATA, ACCET Accredited)
24 - 25 October, 2022
Register before 03 Oct, 2022 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 03 Oct
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Class no: 148599
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9 additional classes are scheduled
United States, Miami (IATA, ACCET Accredited)
20 - 21 March, 2023
Register before 18 Dec, 2022 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 27 Feb
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Class no: 172088
English
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Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
13 - 14 April, 2023
Register before 11 Jan, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 23 Mar
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Class no: 172244
English
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Netherlands, Amsterdam (IATA)
8 - 9 May, 2023
Register before 05 Feb, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 17 Apr
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Class no: 171959
English
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Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
19 - 20 June, 2023
Register before 19 Mar, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 29 May
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Class no: 172245
English
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Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
17 - 18 July, 2023
Register before 16 Apr, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 26 Jun
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Class no: 172562
English
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Belgium, Brussels (IATA)
18 - 19 September, 2023
Register before 18 Jun, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 28 Aug
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Class no: 171823
English
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United States, Miami (IATA, ACCET Accredited)
16 - 17 October, 2023
Register before 16 Jul, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 25 Sep
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Class no: 172089
English
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Spain, Madrid (IATA)
30 - 31 October, 2023
Register before 30 Jul, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 09 Oct
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Class no: 171915
English
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Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
20 - 21 November, 2023
Register before 20 Aug, 2023 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 30 Oct
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Class no: 172563
English
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What you will learn
On completion of this course you will be able to:
- Understand the basis and applicability of the IATA DGR
- Apply the states and operation variations
- Identify and classify the 9 hazard classes including provisions of lithium batteries
- Apply the applicable special provisions
- Apply the provisions for packing, marking and labelling of shipments containing lithium batteries
- Complete transport documentation (dangerous goods documentation and air waybill - AWB) and any other accompanied documents related to the transport of lithium batteries
- State the relevant emergency response and reporting procedure
Course content
The key topics that are covered during this course include:
- Definition of dangerous goods (DG)
- Application of the IATA DGR
- Responsibilities of shippers, packers and freight forwarders
- Limitations applicable to the transport of DG by air
- Classification of the 9 hazard classes including the provision of lithium batteries
- Identification of special provisions
- Packing provisions
- Marking and labelling requirements
- Required transport documentation including DGD and AWB
- Dangerous goods emergency response and reporting requirements
Activities
Materials
- The latest edition of the Lithium
Battery Shipping Regulations (LBSR) is included in the course materials.
Who should attend
This course is recommended for:
- Manufacturers of cells and batteries
- Battery assemblers
- Shippers and packers
- Other operators handling lithium batteries
Certificate awarded
An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade level of 80% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to all participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.
Please note: The course title on your certificate will include the DGR Category of the course - Lithium Batteries by Air - Shipping and Packing
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