Join IATA for the interactive Dangerous Goods workshops and learn about the changes that are on the way in how we train Dangerous Goods.
Dangerous Goods training is a particular challenge for the courier and express industry, this is your opportunity to learn first hand information how the significant changes to the way Dangerous Goods training will be done in future will impact of your business.
The agenda and speakers for the IATA Dangerous Goods Workshops on 31 January in Johannesburg and 1 February in Cape Town is set out below:
Please make sure that you book early at (IATA Dangerous Goods Workshop Bookings) and make sure that you don’t miss out on the opportunity of meeting with the Dangerous Goods Experts from IATA
And remember the participation fee is USD125 and all will receive a free electronic (windows or mobile) copy of the DGR 59th 2018 edition valued at USD328.
The IATA Dangerous Goods Workshops (31 January in Johannesburg and 1 February in Cape Town) offer the perfect opportunity to engage with experts from IATA on critical issues impacting on how we deal with Dangerous Goods by Air.
This is your chance to meet with Dave Brennan and James Wyatt of IATA and get clarity on any Dangerous Goods question you may have direct from the IATA experts!
David Brennan
Assistant Director Cargo Safety & Standards
International Air Transport Association
David has been with IATA since 2002 and is currently Assistant Director Cargo Safety & Standards.
David is responsible for coordinating the activities of the Cargo team who are jointly responsible for the IATA standards publications and products that address dangerous goods transported by air. David is the Secretary of the IATA Dangerous Goods Board and the Panel member nominated by IATA to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Dangerous Goods Panel. David also participates, on behalf of IATA, in the meetings of the United Nations Subcommittee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods.
Prior to joining IATA David worked for Ansett Australia for a period of 26 years holding a number of supervisory and management positions within the Operations Division, the last being Corporate Advisor Dangerous Goods Compliance.
James WYATT
Assistant Director, Dangerous Goods Publications
James joined IATA in 2016 as Assistant Director, Dangerous Goods Publications. James, a British national, has 17 years of cargo industry experience and prior to joining IATA he worked for Lufthansa Cargo, AeroLogic, Qatar Airways and DHL Express.
James has been involved with Dangerous goods throughout his career and prior to joining IATA he managed the Global Restricted Commodities program for DHL Express, including all of the airlines under the DHL umbrella. James represented DHL Express at the ICAO Dangerous Goods panel, through the Global Express Association and the IATA Dangerous Goods board.
Industry will have the opportunity of engaging with David and James on the changes contained in the 59th Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
The strategic change to Dangerous Goods training, is a matter of critical importance to every person and organisation that deals with Dangerous Goods. This is your chances of learning all about the changes, how these will impact your operations and how to prepare for the changes.
This will change how we think about Dangerous Goods education and training.
Summary of proposed Dangerous Goods training changes
Key highlights
Participants will receive a free electronic (windows or mobile) copy of the DGR 59th 2018 edition.
Registration & more information
Please click here to register for the Workshop.
Invitation to IATA Dangerous Goods Workshop
The International Air Transport is holding two interactive 1 day workshops which will include guest speakers from across the supply chain, learn about the essentials of shipping dangerous goods and lithium batteries by air.
Target Audience
The Workshop targets all stakeholders of the air cargo supply chain. It is of particular importance to shippers, freight forwarders and airlines in the industry.
Dates and Locations
Johannesburg, South Africa – 31 January 2018 Cape Town, South Africa – 1 February 2018
Key highlights
• An overview of the current regulatory framework and what changes will come in 2018 and beyond.
• How these regulations align to the ICAO Technical Instructions, and
• Regulatory compliance of the different entities in the supply chain giving you the opportunity to learn exactly what steps you need to take to keep the supply chain safe.
Participants will receive a free electronic (windows or mobile) copy of the DGR 59th 2018 edition.
Registration & more information
Please click here to register for the Workshop.
For more information, you can write to us at: igom-africa@iata.org
A recent article on http://www.insidesources.com discusses the current trend in airline fatalities.
2017 Ended Without Any Commercial Jet Crash Fatalities. Can the Streak Continue?
The article states that Africa and Middle East have safety cultures that are “not as rigorous” as, presumably, those in Europe and the United States. Is this true or are the authors once again buying into the sentiment that exists that people think that we in Africa and the Middle East are just not quite good enough?
According to the IATA, sub-Saharan Africa still has an accident rate 44 percent higher than the global average, seems they may have a point……..
Is the problem with the “standards” or with training and application of the standards?
Is it an attitude, selection or leadership problem?
Do we have a culture problem?
Most important what are we going to do about it?
What you must know
An addendum to the 59th edition of the DGR effective 1 January 2018. The addendum takes effect as of 1 January 2018, except for the restriction on “smart” baggage, which takes effect as of 15 January 2018.
The changes to Table 2.3.A and 2.3.5.9 for smart baggage reflect the decision taken by the ICAO Dangerous Goods Panel to restrict the carriage of baggage with installed lithium batteries. While the decision by the DGP will not become effective until 1 January 2019 with the 2019-2020 edition of the Technical Instructions, the DGB has taken the decision to implement the restriction on smart baggage early to address the potential risk of baggage with installed power banks.
DGR59-Addendum1-EN-22 December 2017
IATA Guidance on Smart Baggage with Integrated Lithium Batteries and/or Electronics
Recent developments of innovative baggage with integrated lithium batteries, commonly known as “smart luggage” are being marketed and sold to the traveling public. These devices include integrated lithium batteries, motors, power banks, GPS, GSM, Bluetooth, RFID or Wi-Fi technology.
The presence of the lithium batteries can contravene various regulatory requirements. These devices require careful attention – even if permitted by the applicable regulations.
IATA-Guidance-on-Smart-Baggage-with-integrated-lithium-batteries-and-electronics
Contact iata@professional.za.com should you require guidance or assistance
