Temperature-Controlled Container Operations

2-day (8 hours) LIVE virtual 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: CGC031VCEN02

Course format

• The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• The course will take you approximately 8 hours to complete and be held over 2 consecutive days.
• There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions per day, each session will be 120 minutes.
• The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

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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

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account. Please have your login details ready.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount. The discount will be calculated at the time of payment.

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.

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.