Free DOT HazMat Security Awareness Training Program

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1 Free DOT HazMat Security Awareness Training Program This is a highly abbreviated version of the HazMat Security Awareness Program. Click here for a copy of this handout. If you are operating to, from, or within the United States you may want to download a copy of Subpart I of 49 CFR. It s not mandatory as part of this training program, but if you want a pdf copy click on the link below. Click here for a pdf copy of 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart I (Security Requirements) If you run into any problems with this course, onlinesupport@dgitraining.com Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 1

2 DOT Security Awareness Training This is the short version of security awareness training. It would surprise a lot of people, but this training requirement applies to foreign or domestic airlines and forwarders operating in the US, as well as shippers. Let's go ahead and get started with the general awareness security training. In case you're wondering this is required not only by the D.O.T., but by IATA/ICAO and IMDG as well. Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 2

3 High Consequence Dangerous Goods Written Security Plan If you ship any of these you will need a written security plan and will need to register with the DOT (even if you are a forwarder or carrier accepting these from shippers). You can click on the image to enlarge it. Click image to enlarge 3

4 Security Awareness Hazardous materials are an integral part of your daily life. In the wrong hands however, Hazardous Materials can be used as a weapon. Some prominent examples include the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center, and in 1995, the bombing in Oklahoma City. Both involve the use of common hazardous materials, fertilizer, which is an oxidizer that supports rapid combustion. And as we all know, in 2001, terrorists hijacked commercial aircraft full of jet fuel and flew them into the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 4

5 Security Awareness A. Potential Targets Here are just some of the potential terrorist targets. Hazardous Materials: Flammable and compressed gases (propane) Flammable fuels (gasoline, jet fuel, fuel oils) Toxic chemicals (chlorine gas, cyanide) that if released in a confined area could cause massive casualties Chemical plants, loading facilities Vehicles for transporting hazardous materials or the infrastructure involved in shipping: Hi-jacked tractor trailers or tampering with valves on tank trucks or tank farms Fraudulent shipments to terrorist groups Highways, railroad switching systems and tracks, and bulk transportation equipment Bridges, tunnels, and dams Public areas or resources impacting everyday life: City water supplies High density population centers Historic monuments Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 5

6 Security Awareness Potential Threats: Terrorists often live for many months, even years, in our community, maintaining regular jobs or attending school in an attempt to gain positions of trust. Be suspicious and watch for unusual behavior in all people, and do not stereotype. Disgruntled employees can also be a risk. Do not take employee threats lightly. Part-time and temporary employees that have access to hazardous materials can commit acts of sabotage or theft. An estimated $12 to $30 billion dollars per year of hazardous material is stolen, often with the use of phony documentation. It is very important to check for proper documentation. Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 6

7 Security Awareness: Recommended Industry Guidelines Keep storage areas locked. Keep updated and accurate inventories. Conduct regular inspections of storage areas. Conduct security spot checks of personnel and vehicles. Lock all equipment. Be alert for unusual purchases or odd behavior. Restrict access of non-employees. Keep a list of emergency contacts on hand. Report suspicious activity. Check loading orders and other documents. Check driver identification. Write the driver's license number on shipping order/bill-of-lading and have driver print and sign name. Verify that driver has the proper hazmat endorsement. Limit access through a single point-of-entry. Train employees to recognize abnormal behavior. Inspect the carrier's equipment to assure it will not fail. Establish and verify the carrier's ETA, route and layovers, and modal transfers. Notify the receiver of the carrier's ETA, name of carrier, equipment and driver. Provide the receiver with a contact phone number and request notification on arrival. Be aware of current federal, state, and local government alerts, advisories, and warnings regarding threats. Pay attention to alerts communicated by the Homeland Security Advisory System. Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 7

8 Congratulations The End! Congratulations! You have completed the United States DOT Hazardous Materials Security Awareness Training on the following topics: This program is NOT all inclusive. It does not cover these areas in great detail: How to create a written security plan Security involving High Consequence Dangerous Goods You may now exit this module and take the final exam when you're ready. Abbreviated Security Awareness Training 9