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TDG Training FAQs
(Frequently
Asked Questions)
What is the purpose of the
TDG Regulations?
The purpose of the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods (TDG) Regulations is to promote public safety when dangerous goods are
being handled, offered for transport or transported.
The Regulations are a set of
rules that prescribe safety standards and shipping requirements for thousands of
different dangerous goods. The Regulations also provide a means of communicating
the nature and level of danger associated with chemicals.
The TDG 'Clear Language'
Regulations came into effect on August 15, 2002. These new regulations replace
the old regulations that were developed in the early 1980s. This legislation is applicable
to all modes of transport (i.e. road, rail, marine and air) in Canada.
What Acts or
Regulations are applicable to TDG?
The following set of Regulations is applicable:
Who needs TDG
training?
According to the TDG Regulations, anybody who handles, offers for transport
or transports dangerous goods requires TDG training.
Who is responsible for TDG training and
TDG
education?
The onus is on
the employer to ensure that his or her staff is properly trained. The
responsibility to ensure workers are trained and the manner in which
training is conducted rests with the employer. YOW Canada’s TDG
courses are one method of training and, in most cases, additional site-specific
training is required.
How often do I need TDG training?
The short
answer is 3 years because a TDG training certificate is valid for only 36
months, or 3 years. However, certificates are also not transferable. This means
that if a trainee changes employers, they will need to be re-certified by the
new employer and possess a training certificate with the new employer's name,
address etc.
Please visit:
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations Part 6 - TRAINING for
more details on training.
How
long is my TDG certificate valid for?
A TDG
certificate is valid for 3 years.
Where do I keep my certificate?
A TDG
certificate is required to be kept on the individual when they are working. Most people keep
it in their wallets.
If a Transport Canada inspector requests to see your TDG certificate while you
are working, you are
required to show it to them.
What happens if
I do not have a valid TDG certificate?
If you do
not have a valid TDG 'Clear Language' certificate, you are in violation of the
regulations. Non-compliance of transporting dangerous goods is usually
identified through inspections carried out on the highway. Convictions
generally produce fines ranging from $3,000 to $7,000 for a first time offense.
I received my TDG certificate
from YOW Canada. Why is the last item not checked off with the "x"?
The last item on your TDG certificate
is "The Proper Use of Equipment Used to Handle or Transport Dangerous Goods".
This is not checked off because this aspect of the training should be done apart
from the TDG online course, by your employer
If I change
employers / jobs, do I have to retrain?
According
to the TDG Regulations, a TDG certificate is not transferable between employers.
This means that if a trainee changes employers, they will need to be
re-certified by the new employer and possess a training certificate with the new
employer's name, address etc.
I already have TDG
training, do I need to retrain?
If you have a valid TDG
'Clear Language' certificate, your certificate is valid for 3 years from the
date it was issued. If you or your employees do not have a valid TDG
'Clear Language' certificate, retraining is mandatory as of August 15, 2002.
What does the "YOW" in YOW
Canada stand for?
YOW
Canada’s offices are located in Ottawa, Ontario and Y-O-W are the
international call letters for the Ottawa Airport. Plus, we think it’s a
catchy name that’s easy to remember.
Do YOW Canada's TDG courses meet Transport Canada's training requirements?
Yes, all
of our TDG online courses meet Transport Canada's training requirements for
general TDG training. The courses were designed and reviewed by many TDG
regulatory specialists in order to make sure that each trainee gets the adequate
training they require.
YOW Canada is also listed as a provider of TDG training on Transport Canada's
website at:
http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/saf-sec-sur/3/train-form/search-eng.aspx under
Training - Transportation.
Please note that
YOW Canada's TDG Online Courses cover the regulations only for ground shipments
within Canada.
How do the TDG online courses work?
The
courses work in a 3 STEP process:
Step 1: Register - All trainees
must be registered for the course. Registration can be done
online,
by phone at
1-866-688-2845 or by
fax.
Once
registered, login and password information is emailed to the supervisor.
Step 2: Take the Course -
Trainees can
log in at any time to start their training and can log in and
out as many times as necessary to complete their TDG training.
Step 3: Print your
TDG Certificate -
Once
completed, TDG wallet and wall-mount certificates are emailed to the
supervisor. The certificates are printable and accompanied by a
Performance Record that displays how the trainee performed throughout the
course (scores for each chapter etc.).
How long does it take to complete the online
course?
The average
trainee can complete their TDG online course in 3 to 4 hours. If you have
a dial-up internet connection, it will take longer to download
the course.
Can I login to the course
more than once?
Yes, you can
log in and out of the course as many times as necessary in order to complete
your training. When you log back into the course, you will be brought back
to your last visited page. You have up to 1 year to complete your course.
What will I receive when I have completed my
training?
Once you
complete the course, a pdf document will be emailed to the Account Supervisor.
This document will include your Performance Record and certificate.
The certificate includes your name,
your employer's name and the date you certified.
How will I receive my
TDG training
certificate?
The TDG
certificate will be emailed to the Account Supervisor. If you are the
Account Supervisor or self-employed, the certificate is sent to
your email address directly.
Is the course available in
French?
Yes, our TDG online courses
are available in French. Once a trainee logs into the course, they will
choose which language they want to take the training in. Learn more about
our
TDG French Online Courses (TMD)
I am
the supervisor. How can I monitor my employee's
progress?
As a
supervisor, you have access to a Course Administration
site where
you can monitor and track each employee's progress. You can see quiz scores, view
certificates, activate accounts and more. You can also
re-register any employee's who's certificates have expired. You also receive a copy of
all training certificates by email as soon as the employee has completed
the course.
Can I take this course and then train my own
workers in TDG?
YOW Canada’s
TDG courses are not intended or designed for trainers and YOW Canada does
not recommend that it be used to train a trainer. In order to reap the
full benefits of this training course, YOW Canada recommends that each
trainee receive their own login and password and complete the course
themselves. This also ensures that each employee receives a personalized certificate.
How do I PURCHASE a
TDG course?
Purchases can be done
online,
by phone at
1-866-688-2845 or by
fax.
You may
pre-purchase courses to be used at a later date. There are no expiry dates
for pre-purchased courses.
Why should I choose online
training versus classroom training?
Online
training with YOW Canada is fast, easy and effective. Some of the benefits
of online training include:
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Available
24/7, on any computer with an internet connection. |
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Complete tracking
capabilities through
Course
Administration to ensure employees have certified and to
monitor their progress. |
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No need to
remove multiple employees from their work to train simultaneously. |
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Employers can
rest assured that each employee has received the same subject
matter. |
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Save on traveling costs. |
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Certificates
are emailed immediately following successful completion of the
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YOW Canada’s
online training makes training fun and educational!
What are the
minimum technical requirements for taking the TDG Online
Course?
You must have at least the following:
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Windows 98 OS or
newer / MAC OS 7 or newer |
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Internet Explorer 5, Firefox
(PC or MAC), Netscape 6.0 or newer, Safari (MAC) |
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500
MB RAM |
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Pentium II 500 MHZ processor |
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1024
x 768 dpi screen resolution or higher |
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56k internet connection or
higher (high-speed recommended) |
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Macromedia Flash Player
version 6.0 or higher |
I have dial-up
internet. Can I still take the course?
Yes. The
course is available for dial-up users. Please be aware, however, that it
may take more time to download.
How
long have YOW Canada's TDG courses been in use?
YOW
Canada's TDG 'Clear Language' courses have been in use since August 15,
2002; when the new TDG regulations came into effect.
What other courses does
YOW Canada offer?
Please visit our
product menu for all of our
course offerings.
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