Temperature Controlled Container Operations

2-day (16 hours) classroom course

The transport of temperature-sensitive cargo by air is a complex business, requiring expertise in the technology and regulations specific to the field. This course will bring you up-to-speed on container types and their special operating procedures so you can ensure your equipment and services meet industry requirements.

Course code: CGC031VEEN02

Course format

• This classroom course provides 2 days (16 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment

Prerequisites

• Recommended level is Intermediate and Advanced.
• 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

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In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

On completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify container types and know their respective build-up, inspection and storage procedures
• Select suitable facilities and equipment for your temperature-controlled operations
• Choose the right containers for different product and aircraft types
• Establish in-house procedures that comply with IATA Unit Load Device Regulations (ULDR) and Perishable Cargo Regulations (PCR)

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• ULD operations
  • Classification
  • Operations
  • Ground handling functions
• Temperature-Controlled Containers (TCC)
  • Classification
  • Operations
  • Labeling
  • Ground handling functions
• Temperature-controlled products
  • Temperature management in the supply chain
  • Processes and procedures
  • Quality management

This course is recommended for:

• Cargo operations and station managers
• Air cargo and freight forwarder operations personnel
• ULD managers and compliance managers
• ULD trainers and instructional designers

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.