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Dangerous Goods Awareness Course

Overview

Handle dangerous goods safely and with confidence

Our awareness course is designed for people who store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances in the workplace, rather than transport them in bulk by road. It builds the knowledge to identify, store and handle these materials safely, in line with your work health and safety duties.

Course Name

Dangerous Goods Awareness

Qualification

TLID0021 Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Duration

Around one day, approximately 6 to 7 hours depending on group needs

Delivery

In Newcastle, with onsite options available (conditions apply)

Workplace dangerous goods labelling and handling

Who It Is For

Designed for the workplace

This course suits people who handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances, particularly in package form, receptacles and containers, or in quantities below the bulk thresholds that require a full dangerous goods driver licence. It is ideal for warehouse staff, logistics coordinators and anyone who may come across these materials on the job.

  • Identify the hazardous properties of substances
  • Understand labelling and documentation
  • Apply safe storage and handling practices
  • Recognise risks in packaging and movement

Course Highlights

What you take away

Comprehensive awareness

A solid understanding of safe storage and handling for dangerous goods and hazardous substances.

Regulatory awareness

Understand the WHS duties and SafeWork NSW guidance that apply to handling these materials.

Practical application

Real workplace scenarios and case studies that turn the rules into everyday practice.

Questions

Awareness course FAQs

Do I need the awareness course or the licence course?

If you store and handle dangerous goods in the workplace but do not transport them in bulk by road, awareness training is usually the right fit. If you drive vehicles carrying dangerous goods above the regulated thresholds, you will need the licence course instead. If you are unsure, ask us and we will point you the right way.

What qualification does it lead to?

The nationally recognised unit TLID0021, Store and handle dangerous goods and hazardous substances. You receive a Statement of Attainment on successful completion.

Can you deliver the course at our workplace?

Yes. We offer onsite delivery so your team can train together in your own environment (conditions apply). Get in touch to talk through the options.

How much does it cost?

Fees change over time, so contact us for current pricing and available dates. We will make sure you know exactly what is included.

Heighten your awareness

Enrol in the Dangerous Goods Awareness Course in Newcastle and equip yourself, or your team, with the knowledge to store and handle hazardous materials safely.

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