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TDG Handbook

SKU: CAMTDG9132000

Description

The TDG Handbook by Danatec is your go-to pocket guide for shipping and transporting dangerous goods by road in Canada. Whether you're a driver, shipper, safety manager, or compliance officer, this handbook gives you quick, reliable access to the regulatory information you need to safely transport dangerous goods.

This compact guide is built for the field—perfect for tucking into your truck, toolbox, or safety kit. Whether you're using it daily or keeping it for quick reference, the TDG Handbook helps you maintain safety and stay compliant. There’s even some blank pages for you to take notes on specific workplace protocols or hazards.

Why You Need a TDG Handbook for Compliance

TDG regulations require employers to provide and evaluate adequate training to ensure employees have sound knowledge specific to their job function. That's where this handbook comes in. It's a useful aid during training and an ongoing reference after, helping your team handle, transport, and identify dangerous goods safely in real-world situations. 
Compliance isn't just about avoiding fines and delays, but about protecting your people and the public. This guide makes complex regulations simple and actionable, supporting your due diligence efforts and giving frontline workers and supervisors the real-time answers they need. 
Organizations can equip entire teams with consistent safety knowledge by ordering the English edition in bulk—volume discounts are available.

Key Topics Covered in the TDG Handbook

  • Overview of the TDG system

  • Classification of dangerous goods 

  • Shipping documentation requirements

  • Safety marks: labels, placards, and identification numbers

  • Means of Containment and packaging standards

  • Emergency Response Assistance Plans (ERAPs)

  • Glossary of key terms for quick understanding

  • Visual dangerous goods class guide

  • Placarding guide

  • Dangerous goods checklist

TDG Handbook FAQs

What is the Danatec TDG Handbook?
It’s Canada’s leading reference for Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) compliance, providing clear guidance on classification, labeling, documentation, and exemptions.

Is the TDG Handbook available in PDF format?
No, the TDG Handbook is not available in PDF format. Danatec’s TDG Handbook is only available in print format. It is compact for convenience when on the road or in the field.

How often is the TDG Handbook updated?
Danatec updates the handbook regularly to reflect the latest amendments to the TDG Act and Regulations in Canada.

Who should use the TDG Handbook Canada?
Drivers, shippers, warehouse personnel, safety officers, and anyone handling or transporting dangerous goods in Canada.

Can I access the TDG Handbook online?
No. You cannot access the TDG Handbook online. Danatec’s TDG Handbook is only available in print format. It is compact for convenience when on the road or in the field.

Does the handbook replace TDG certification training?
No. The handbook complements training but does not replace a TDG certification course. It serves as an ongoing reference for regulations and safety requirements.

Is the TDG Handbook bilingual?
No, the Danatec TDG Handbook is only available in English.

Can organizations buy TDG Handbooks in bulk?
Yes. Discounts are available for bulk orders, ideal for training centers and corporate safety programs.

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TDG Self-Teach® & TDG Handbook in a convenient bundle.
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TDG & WHMIS (GHS) Compliance in a convenient bundle.
$98.00 CAD