Hazardous Materials Transport Driver Course

Course details

Under the current legislation of the Fire Safety Act (FSA) and the Environmental Pollution Control Act, drivers transporting hazardous materials are required to be competently trained in preventing and mitigating accidental releases. AAT Training Hub offers the Hazardous Materials Transport Driver Course, in accordance with SCDF regulations and is conducted by our expert trainers with over 10 years in the industry.

The Hazardous Materials Transport Driver Permit Scheme has been introduced for drivers who wish to transport hazardous materials on Singapore roads. Drivers must carry a valid permit whenever he/she is driving a vehicle transporting hazardous materials. The permit is valid for 2 years and drivers are required to attend the Hazardous Materials Transport Driver Course or Hazardous Materials Transport Driver.Re-Certification Test to renew the permit.

Target Audience:

Lorry drivers transporting hazardous materials on Singapore roads.

Course Outline:

Introduction To SCDF/NEA/SPF/PCD
Course Objectives
Issue of HAZMAT Driver Permit
The SCDF Compliance Checks On HAZMAT Driver
Hazard Type, Properties and Class
Driver Responsibilities
Emergency Information Panel
Labeling On Trucks
TERP and Component Of TERP
Timing and Route For SCDF/NEA
Restrictions On Specific Routes and Areas
Risk Assessment Checks On Truck and Driver Readiness
Emergency Accessories On Hazmat Trucks
Emergency Response
Checklist for Hazmat Truck Driver
Principles of Fire
Fire Triangle
Type of Fires
Type of Fire Extinguishers
Case study
Written Test
Practical Lesson
Evaluation
Course Timeline:

1 Day

Course Languages Available

English
Malay
Tamil
Mandarin