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What Does It Take To Achieve a Hazmat Shipping Certification?<\/b><\/p>\n
Hazmat training is essential for anyone who performs a Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) transportation or pre-transportation function. Performing one of these functions also designates someone as a <\/span>Hazmat Employee<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When <\/span>adequately trained<\/span><\/a> Hazmat employees are responsible for the shipping of Hazmat, it helps to ensures regulatory compliance at every stage of the process and greatly reduces the possibility of a hazardous material transportation incident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you are a Hazmat employee and are wondering how to obtain a Hazmat shipping certification, here is an overview of what you need to know.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It may seem simple enough that there are 3 basic modes of transportation: Ground, Air and Vessel (Ocean). However, when it comes to Hazmat shipping, it is not quite as easy as it seems. This is because each mode of transportation has its own specific domestic and international regulatory requirements. So, let\u2019s now examine these relationships:<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Naturally, there are <\/span>several types of training programs<\/span><\/a> available. Once you determine your transportation logistics, you should be able to find a <\/span>Hazmat training program<\/span> that fits your specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\n Often times, your choices of Hazmat training courses include:<\/span><\/p>\n Once you choose the right training program for you, you need to decide the delivery method of your Hazmat training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Your choices generally include:<\/span><\/p>\n For both classroom-based training and onsite training, you need to be physically present at the place where the classes are conducted, which can be difficult if you have a busy schedule. Similarly, with instructor-led webinar training, you are required to attend at a certain time; however, this option offers more flexibility as you can take your training from any location, on any device that is connected to the internet. That said, the three above-mentioned methods of training all do still require scheduling commitments, but they can also all benefit you by allowing you to learn from an experienced instructor, with whom you can interact and ask questions. Therefore, it stands to reason that these instructor-led courses tend to come at a higher price point than those without live instructors. With personalized on-site training being the most expensive and instructor-led webinars being the least.<\/span><\/p>\n Self-paced<\/span> online training<\/span><\/a>, on the other hand, is undoubtedly the most cost-effective and flexible option. It offers you the choice of learning at any time, at your own pace, irrespective of your location. All you need is an internet enabled electronic device! This option can also save a lot of time as there is no travel required. Self-paced online training has long been considered a very appealing option because of its extreme convenience and cost-effective nature. However, while the entire globe is enduring the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote training is now more important than ever. For it also allows individuals to stay current with regulatory requirements, while also staying in compliance with travel restrictions and social distancing requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n So, if you do decide that self-paced online training is the best option for your Hazmat training needs, here are the simple steps for you to take:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Hazmat University<\/span><\/a> offers training courses in all modes of transportation (air, ground, and vessel) for both initial Hazmat training and recurrent Hazmat training. We offer <\/span>online trainings<\/span><\/a> that easily allow for remote, self-paced learning that will suit you, whether you absorb information quickly or prefer to take your time. We also offer personalized <\/span>instructor-led webinars<\/span><\/a>. Our courses were developed by industry leaders with over 45 years of experience and our friendly and knowledgeable staff are just a phone call away. Call us today at (844) 532-7634<\/a> or (609) 860-0300<\/a> or <\/span>contact us online<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\nDetermine which Mode(s) of Transportation you Ship by<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Choosing the Right Delivery Method for Hazmat Training<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Select the Most Reliable Hazmat Shipping Certification Provider<\/span><\/h2>\n