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Excepted Quantities by Air, Road & Sea - Training Courses

Small quantities of dangerous goods in either a liquid or sold form are permitted to be transported under the provisions of Excepted Quantities by all modes of transport. Each modes permits different aspects of their specific regulations to be bypassed.

Our E-Learning courses are built in a modular format, taking learners through the required aspects of transporting dangerous goods in limited quantities for that specific mode. The criterion for the training comes from the IATA, IMDG or ADR regulations.

The modules are designed so the student can learn at their own pace. Each module concludes with a knowledge check. The E-Learning is supported by facilitator coaching before, during and prior to the test.

Excepted Quantities Training Courses

Our courses are interactive and concluded with a knowledge or a CAA test. To gain certification a successful 80% pass mark is required. The Air test is adjudicated in line with CAA requirements. It is recommended that the training is repeated every 2 years.

E-Learning

Excepted Quantities by Air, Road & Sea e-Learning is distance learning which takes place across the internet. It allows you to work at your own place in your own time frame.

Classroom

Excepted Quantities by Air, Road & Sea Classroom learning can be either across the internet or at a specific location, which are led by qualified instructors with an exam or certificate

In-House Training

Excepted Quantities by Air, Road & Sea In-House Training is tailored to your team’s specific needs, delivered conveniently at your location.

Upcoming Courses

Package Route Meaning Level of Control Applicable
Excepted Quantities (EQ)
Very small quantities of eligible dangerous goods shipped under excepted quantity provisions.
Lowest quantity concession. Still has rules for classification, suitable packaging, marks, and documentation statements where required.
Use when the dangerous goods are tiny quantities and the regulations allow the substance to move as EQ. Typically used for samples.
Small, limited amounts of eligible dangerous goods shipped under limited quantity provisions.
More requirements than EQ, but reduced compared with fully regulated dangerous goods.
Use when the dangerous goods fit LQ limits. It can cover many dangerous goods, not just one product type. Examples Paints, Adhesives
A fully regulated dangerous goods shipment that does not move under EQ, LQ, SP188, Section II, ID8000, or another reduced provision
Full training and full regulatory controls are expected: classification, packing, marking, labelling, documentation, and handling rules.
Use when the goods are above low-quantity limits, not eligible for an exemption, or require full dangerous goods compliance.