HazMat – Placarding Training Certification
HazMat – Placarding Training Certification is an online course that teaches
employees how to properly identify, select, and apply DOT-required placards for hazardous materials
transportation under 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart F.
This course covers placard selection, hazard classes, load thresholds, mixed loads,
exceptions, and real-world examples. Self-paced and mobile friendly with an
instant certificate upon completion.
HazMat – Placarding Training Certification
Online training covering DOT placarding rules under 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart F,
including selection, application, visibility requirements, and mixed-load placarding.
- Teaches proper placard selection for all 9 hazard classes
- Covers Table 1 & Table 2, load thresholds, and exceptions
- Self-paced course with instant certificate
Placard Selection
How to select correct placards using Table 1 & Table 2.
Mixed Loads
Rules for placarding multiple hazard classes on the same vehicle.
Real-World Application
Hands-on scenarios for shipments, trailers & bulk packaging.
Course Overview
Proper placarding is one of the most critical aspects of HazMat transportation. This course teaches
employees how to correctly select and apply DOT placards based on the hazardous materials being
transported, quantity thresholds, and transport configuration (vehicle, bulk, non-bulk, mixed loads).
The course meets the awareness portion of 49 CFR 172.704 and specifically focuses on
the placarding rules found in Subpart F – Placarding.
What’s Included
- Overview of DOT placarding requirements
- Hazard classes & divisions refresher
- Table 1 vs Table 2 placard rules
- Bulk vs non-bulk placarding rules
- Mixed-load decision-making scenarios
- Placard size, color & visibility requirements
- Where placards must be placed on a vehicle
- Final exam with certificate
- 12-month access
What Students Will Learn
1. Placarding Requirements
- When placards are required
- Threshold quantities & exceptions
2. Table 1 & Table 2 Rules
- Mandatory placards for high-hazard materials
- Weight-based rules for Table 2 substances
3. Mixed-Load Placarding
- How to placard when carrying multiple classes
- Use of the “Dangerous” placard option
4. Placement & Visibility
- Required locations on vehicles
- Height, spacing & obstruction rules
5. Bulk Packaging Rules
- Tank vehicles
- IIBC / portable tanks
- Cargo tanks & MC/TC vehicles
6. Real-World Examples
- Examples of correct & incorrect placarding
- Practice decision-making scenarios
Course Module Outline
- Module 1: Introduction to Placarding
- Module 2: Hazard Classes & Divisions
- Module 3: Placarding Rules – 49 CFR 172 Subpart F
- Module 4: Table 1 vs Table 2 Requirements
- Module 5: Placarding Mixed Loads
- Module 6: Placard Design, Size & Visibility
- Module 7: Vehicle & Bulk Packaging Placarding
- Module 8: Real-World Scenarios & Mistakes
- Module 9: Final Assessment & Certification
Regulatory Compliance
This training supports compliance with:
- 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart F – Placarding
- 49 CFR 172.704(a)(1) – General Awareness Training
- PHMSA Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR)
Additional safety or function-specific training may be required based on job duties.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Truck drivers transporting hazardous materials
- Warehouse staff handling HazMat shipments
- Shipping & receiving personnel
- Dispatchers responsible for HazMat loads
- Compliance & safety managers
- Anyone applying or verifying DOT placards
How It Works
- Purchase training for each employee.
- Receive login email with course access.
- Complete the online modules at your pace.
- Pass the final exam.
- Download your Placarding Training Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is placarding training required?
Yes. Any employee involved in applying, verifying, or handling HazMat placards must receive training.
How often is retraining required?
Every three years, or when regulations or job duties change.
Does this meet DOT/PHMSA standards?
Yes — it satisfies the placarding portion of HazMat general awareness training.
How long does the course take?
Approximately 60–90 minutes.
Is a certificate included?
Yes — issued instantly upon successful completion.