The transport of dangerous goods demands knowledge, skills and vigilance. From hands-on firefighting drills to mastering ADR regulations, India¡¯s drivers are gaining the expertise required to transport dangerous goods safely and efficiently, along with defensive driving skills.
The Logistics Sector Skill Council (LSC), an ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Academy Training Institute (ATI), is advancing road safety and hazardous goods transport expertise in India. A recent ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Train the Trainer training focused on strengthening ADR (UN Agreement on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) driver skills and defensive driving among Indian transport professionals.
The session included key practical activities, including a hands-on firefighting exercise simulating a tyre fire on a tank vehicle carrying refrigerated liquefied nitrogen. This provided real-world experience to trainers preparing drivers who handle hazardous materials.
Participants also had the opportunity to use personal protective equipment, transload refrigerated liquefied gases, and perform vehicle inspections alongside thorough documentation processes. The comprehensive programme also featured rigorous written assessments on transporting packages, bulk goods and hydrocarbons.
To deepen their understanding, candidates prepared and delivered presentations on key topics selected by the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½instructors. Topics included loading and unloading procedures, types of hazardous transport vehicles, toxic substance classification, tank construction standards, the use of orange-coloured plates, fire hazard management and extinguishers, and transport documentation and packaging.
LSC trainers were also trained in delivering the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Academy Defensive Driving and Crash Prevention Programme. It covers why commercial vehicle crashes happen, what sets professional drivers apart, speed and distance monitoring, the management of attention and fatigue levels, and the future of vehicle safety.
Feedback from participants highlighted the practical relevance of the training. Many noted the value of going through real-world examples. Trainees reported feeling more confident in handling dangerous goods and gaining a deeper understanding of ADR rules, safety precautions, defensive driving skills, and emergency response techniques.
The training underscored ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½and LSC¡¯s commitment to raising safety and driving skills within India¡¯s logistics sector. Such capacity-building programmes based on internationally recognised standards play a vital role in reducing transport risks and ensuring efficient, compliant transport operations.
