Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Credential: Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Credentialing Agency: Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM)
Renewal Period: 5 years
IHMM's Certified Dangerous Good Professional (CDGP) certification recognizes one's expertise for dealing with the safe and secure transportation of dangerous goods internationally under the modal regulations published by the United Nations. Applicants must have five years of relevant experience to sit for the written examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 5 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements 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
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM)
11900 Parklawn Drive
Suite 450
Rockville, MD 20852
Phone: (301) 984-8969
Fax: (301) 984-1516
Contact Page
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Applicants 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:
- Applicants must agree to uphold and abide by the Code of Ethics.
Written Exam
- National and International Regulatory Standards (13%)
- Interrelationships between the Regulatory Standards (9%)
- Management of Transportation (27%)
- Handling Cargo (10%)
- Management of Documentation (18%)
- Emergency Management (14%)
- Security (9%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) examination:
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
Renewal Period: 5 years