Pre-Course Information Sheet

Course: Cargo Tanks & Portable Tanks — DOT Requirements (Online)

Course Overview

This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements governing the specification, inspection, testing, operation, maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials in cargo tanks and portable tanks. Participants will learn how to identify applicable regulatory requirements, interpret tank specifications, understand inspection and testing obligations, and apply compliance practices to ensure the safe transportation of hazardous materials.

The course focuses on requirements contained within the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR), including relevant provisions of 49 CFR Parts 171–180.

Delivery Method

Online / LMS-Based Asynchronous Learning

Participants may complete the course at their own pace within the allotted course access period.

Course Duration

1.0 Contact Hours

IACET CEUs Awarded

0.1 CEU

Target Audience

This course is intended for:

• Hazardous Materials Employees
• Cargo Tank Operators and Drivers
• Fleet Managers
• Safety Managers
• Compliance Specialists
• Maintenance Personnel
• Hazardous Materials Program Administrators
• Terminal and Operations Supervisors
• Personnel responsible for hazardous materials transportation compliance

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the regulatory framework governing cargo tanks and portable tanks.
• Identify applicable DOT tank specifications and authorized uses.
• Interpret cargo tank and portable tank markings, nameplates, and identification requirements.
• Distinguish between cargo tank and portable tank design requirements.
• Describe inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements.
• Identify loading, unloading, and operational safety requirements.
• Explain periodic inspection and retest intervals.
• Recognize documentation and recordkeeping requirements.
• Identify common compliance deficiencies and enforcement concerns.
• Apply DOT requirements to transportation scenarios involving hazardous materials.

Prerequisites

Recommendation:

• Basic familiarity with hazardous materials transportation operations.
• Prior Hazardous Materials General Awareness/Familiarization Training.
• Experience working with cargo tanks, portable tanks, or hazardous materials transportation operations is beneficial but not required.

Technical Requirements

Participants must have:

• Reliable internet access
• Current web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari)
• Audio capability for course videos and PowerPoint
• Ability to view PDF documents
• Access to the TTI Learning Management System (LMS)

Recommendation:

• Desktop or laptop computer for optimal learning experience

Criteria for Earning IACET

To receive 0.1 IACET CEU, participants must:

• Complete all required course modules
• Complete all learning activities
• Successfully complete required assessments
• Achieving a minimum passing score of 80% on course assessments
• Complete the course evaluation

Course Materials

Participants will have access to:

• Cargo Tanks & Portable Tanks — DOT Requirements Modules
• Final Assessment
• Course Evaluation

Learner Support

Technical assistance is available for LMS access and navigation issues.

For support, contact:

Phone: (817) 769-6275

Email: [email protected]

Accessibility Statement

TTI is committed to providing an accessible learning environment. Course materials include accessibility features such as:

• Accessible digital content
• Adjustable screen viewing options where available

Learners requiring accommodation should contact TTI prior to beginning the course.

Important Completion Information

Participants are encouraged to complete the course within the assigned enrollment period. Progress is automatically tracked within the LMS.

Failure to complete all required activities and assessments will result in no CEU award being issued.

Acknowledgment

By beginning this course, participants acknowledge that they have reviewed and understand the course requirements, learning outcomes, participation expectations, and CEU award criteria.