Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Credential: Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Credentialing Agency: Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM), Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) is an advanced certification that recognizes expertise in dealing with the safe, secure, and compliant transportation of dangerous goods internationally under the model regulations published by the United Nations, International Maritime Organization, International Civil Aviation Organization, and International Air Transport Association. The CDGP is an unbiased verification that a company employs a global expert that can help the employer demonstrate to suppliers, customers, and enforcement agencies that they excel at regulatory compliance and safety. Applicants must have five years of relevant experience and pass a written exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 5 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM)
9210 Corporate Blvd
Suite 470
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (301) 984-8969
Fax: (301) 984-1516
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Experience REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in a field related to dangerous goods transportation.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) credential has the following other requirements:
- Applicant must agree to uphold and abide by the IHMM Code of Ethics.
Written Exam
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Identify and describe international regulatory standards relevant to the transport of dangerous goods (40%)
- Knowledge of International Regulatory References
- Knowledge of the Training and Certifications Required by International Regulations
- Working Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Terminology and Definitions
- Management of Transportation (22%)
- Handling of Cargo (14%)
- Management of Documentation (8%)
- Emergency Management (9%)
- Security (7%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) examination:
- Best Sources
An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.
Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
Kryterion
The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the Kryterion website:
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Renewal Period: 5 years