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Ensure accurate declarations and avoid fines with the course ‘Antwerp port byelaws dangerous cargo’.
Shipping dangerous goods through the Port of Antwerp requires more than just knowledge of the IMDG Code. While the IMDG Code sets the global standard for maritime safety and environmental protection (IMO objectives), local port regulations determine how these rules are applied in practice.
During the course ‘Antwerp port byelaws dangerous cargo’, you will gain an overview of the rules for storing, transporting, and handling dangerous goods in the Port of Antwerp, as outlined in the Port Police Regulations.
What will you learn from this training?
After successfully completing this training, you will be able to:
- Explain the hierarchy and connections between the Dangerous Goods Codex and related legislation such as Vlarem, Seveso, and EU Directive 2002/59.
- Correctly interpret the legal powers of the Port Captains in the context of dangerous goods supervision.
- Prepare complex declarations for various scenarios, considering strict deadlines and extended stay rules.
- Apply specific operational conditions at locations such as container terminals, freight stations, and fumigation zones.
- Communicate effectively with the Port Captain Service (HKD/GG) and other authorities in case of deviations or incidents.
- Identify common mistakes and violations in practice and proactively avoid them.
- Demonstrate compliance with specific training requirements as imposed by the IMDG Code (Chapter 1.3) and local authorities.
Who is this course for?
This training is intended for anyone involved in the declaration of dangerous goods transport through the Port of Antwerp, including freight forwarders, logistics staff, and transport planners, …
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