Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser

Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser

The Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA) – Initial Qualification Course is a comprehensive five‑day programme designed to fully prepare candidates for qualification as a Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser for road transport.

The course is ideal for those requiring to sit the Core, Road, and All Classes examinations, providing the knowledge, structure, and exam preparation needed to succeed with confidence. It covers the full regulatory framework, classification, packaging, documentation, operational responsibilities, and the practical role of the DGSA within an organisation.

Please note that permitted examination materials are not included as standard and must be purchased separately. These materials are used throughout the course to support learning, as well as during the examinations.

Delegates attending the DGSA course will be required to self-enrol onto the Core, Road and all classes examinations administered externally by Qualifications Scotland.

Price On Application

Logistics UK Member Price: £1108.00

  • 5 Days
  • Classroom (max 12 people)

Pricing

Public

Non members:

  • £1231.1 (ex. VAT)

Members:

In-company

Highlights and Features

  • Exam-focused DGSA qualification preparation.
  • Practical compliance and documentation exercises.
  • Delivered by experienced qualified DGSAs.
  • Supports candidates preparing for DGSA exams.

Additional information

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5 Days
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12

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

  • Companies that have identified the need for an in‑house Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser.
  • Anyone wishing to obtain DGSA qualification for professional or career development.
  • Logistics, transport and safety professionals expanding their regulatory responsibilities.
  • Organisations wishing to strengthen compliance with ADR regulations.

If your organisation requires a DGSA consultant rather than an in‑house adviser, consultancy support can also be arranged on request.

Please note: As digital manuals are not suitable for training purposes, you must have access to your own hard copies of the approved publications: 

  1. Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR vol. I & II) latest editions.
  2. Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations 2009.
  3. Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment (Amendment) Regulations 2011.
  4.  Carriage of Dangerous Goods: Approved Derogations and Transitional Provisions.
  5. Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code List latest edition. 

Course content

Course introduction and overview

  • Regulatory framework.
  • Navigating the ADR manuals.
  • General classification of dangerous goods using the UN system.
  • Identification of dangerous goods.
  • Containment systems: packages and IBCs.
  • UN packaging specifications.
  • Packaging procedures.
  • Mixed packing.
  • Limited Quantity provisions.
  • Containment systems: tanks, containers and tank containers.
  • Consignment preparation.
  • Marking and labelling of packaging and IBCs.
  • Road transport marking, labelling and placarding.
  • Variations to ADR for GB road regulations.
  • Operational provisions.
  • Loading, stowage and cleaning.
  • Compliance thresholds.
  • Transport Documentation.
  • Practice examination questions.
  • Review of examination questions.
  • Examination technique and revision.
  • The role and responsibilities of the DGSA.

Please note: As digital manuals are not suitable for training purposes, you must have access to your own hard copies of:

  1. Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR vol. I & II) latest editions
  2. Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations 2009
  3. Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment (Amendment) Regulations 2011
  4.  Carriage of Dangerous Goods: Approved Derogations and Transitional Provisions 
  5. Dangerous Goods Emergency Action Code List latest edition.

Manuals can be purchased here.

Course dates & times

Course Title Start End Location Availability
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 16/11/2026 20/11/2026 Heathrow 10
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 16/11/2026 20/11/2026 Birmingham 11
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 22/02/2027 26/02/2027 Warrington 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 22/02/2027 26/02/2027 Heathrow 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 22/02/2027 26/02/2027 Birmingham 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 24/05/2027 28/05/2027 Warrington 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 24/05/2027 28/05/2027 Gatwick 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 24/05/2027 28/05/2027 Birmingham 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 23/08/2027 27/08/2027 Warrington 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 23/08/2027 27/08/2027 Heathrow 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 23/08/2027 27/08/2027 Birmingham 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 15/11/2027 19/11/2027 Warrington 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 15/11/2027 19/11/2027 Gatwick 12
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser 15/11/2027 19/11/2027 Birmingham 12

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