TDG – Transport of Dangerous Goods for Healthcare

Description:

Safe handling of dangerous goods in healthcare settings is critical for protecting patients, staff, and the environment. This course provides healthcare professionals with the skills to classify, label, package, and transport hazardous materials such as biological substances, pharmaceuticals, and medical waste. Learners will explore the specific responsibilities under the TDG Act for healthcare, ensuring regulatory compliance and workplace safety during every stage of transport. 

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the scope of the TDG Act and its application in healthcare 

• Identify shipper, carrier, and receiver responsibilities for dangerous goods 

• Classify biological substances into Category A, Category B, exempt, and non-regulated groups 

• Apply healthcare-specific packaging and labeling requirements 

• Complete accurate documentation for transporting healthcare-related dangerous goods 

• Safely manage the transport of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, cylinders, batteries, and medical waste 

• Follow reporting procedures in the event of a TDG-related incident