Class Description: Training covers DOT regulations and IATA requirements to transport Biological Samples and Dry Ice. This training is required for researchers shipping samples and includes general awareness and function specific sections.

Key topics covered in this course are:

Classification, handling, packaging, labeling, and documentation, procedures for shipping biological substances

Proper completion of the Shipper’s Declaration for Infectious Substances to ensure shipment compliance with Dangerous Goods Legislation

Discussions of key issues involved in the shipping of infectious substances

Date:                     September 10, 2014

Duration:             3.0 hrs.

Start Time:          1:30 pm

Stop Time:           4:30 pm

Credit Hours:     3.0

Instructor:           Francine Rogers

Location:              Cancer Research Bldg. Auditorium