Apply for CAA approval relating to dangerous goods training
How to apply for dangerous goods training schemes.
Dangerous Goods training programme
The CAA provides guidance on the means by which it assesses dangerous goods by air training for approval (Training Approval Scheme) in accordance with the Air Navigation (Dangerous Goods) Regulations 2002 (AN(DG)Rs) via CAP483 Training in the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air. This consists of two main parts:
- Approval of training material
- Approval of Instructors
For approval of a training programme, return all requested documents via the submission service link in the application form.
All training approval applications must be submitted no later than two months before the intended date of use.
Failure to submit all required training materials within the requested time frame may result in a delay to the issuance of a training approval.
The associated costs for Dangerous Goods Training Approvals can be found in the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) UK Official Record Series 5 – Scheme of Charges.
| Company training programme type | Initial application charge / (hours) |
Renewal charge / (hours) |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
| Training shippers and cargo agents only | £1,780 | £1,272 |
| Training of acceptance staff only | £1,780 | £1,272 |
| Lithium batteries training course | £1,780 | £1,272 |
| Training of both shippers and cargo agents and acceptance staff | £2,669 | £2,042 |
| Training in connection with radioactive materials | £666 | £316 |
| Approval of online training provision | £1,235 | £862 |
| Other Examination pass certificate number |
Charge £10.38 per number |
|
| Training instructor approvals (non-expiring) | Application charge / (hours) |
| Column 1 | Column 2 |
| Training instructor approval – technical knowledge – examination (part 1) | £193 |
| Training instructor approval – competence in implementing training examination (part 2) | £638 |
For detailed guidance, consult the instructions within the application form and relevant training and test specification documents.
Training approval – application or renewal
Return all documents via the submission service link in the application forms.
- SRG2803 - Dangerous Goods Training Approval Scheme: Application for Approval/Renewal of a Training Programme.
- SRG2806 - DG by Air Training and Test Specification
- SRG2819 - Radioactive Training and Test Specification.
- SRG2820 - Lithium Battery Training and Test Specification.
Apply for approval of a Training Scheme Instructor – Technical Knowledge – Part 1
Return all documents via the submission service link in the application forms.
- SRG2801 - Dangerous Goods Training Approval Scheme: Application for Instructor Approval - Part 1 Technical Knowledge.
Apply for approval of Training Scheme Instructor Approval – Part 2 Training Competence
Return all documents via the submission service link in the application forms.
- SRG2802 - Dangerous Goods Training Approval Scheme: Application for Instructor Approval - Part 2 Training Competence.
Apply for student registration numbers for the Training Approval Scheme
- SRG2810 - Dangerous Good Training Approval Scheme: Application for student registration numbers.
If you have any questions or queries, contact us at dgo@caa.co.uk.
The CAA provides guidance via CAP 483 Training in the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air to assist operators, training providers, and all personnel engaged in the transport of Dangerous Goods by air in understanding and applying the relevant training provisions required under UK law and associated international standards. This document sets out the means by which the CAA meets its obligations under the AN(DG)R for those delivering or providing Dangerous Goods by Air training. Organisations that align their training and competency frameworks with the guidance set out in CAP 483 will be well placed to meet future regulatory developments and maintain compliance without operational disruption.
When applying for approval of a Dangerous Goods Instructor- Part 1 Technical Knowledge, all examinations are conducted in person at the CAA’s Head Office.
Applications for existing approved training providers need to be submitted at least two months before expiry. This timeframe allows for effective workflow of applications, ensuring approvals can be reviewed prior to expiry. Where applications are not received 2 months prior to the expiry date of an approval this may result in an existing approval not being reviewed prior to the expiry of the current approval.
In normal circumstances the CAA does not authorise extensions to current approvals, it is the training provider's responsibility to ensure that applications are made in the advised time frame.
For initial applications and application of those who already hold an existing approval of the CAA allows for a set amount of working hours depending on the programme(s) applied for to review and feedback on applications. In most circumstances only materials associated with approved training courses (Dangerous Goods by Air, Batteries by Air, Radioactive materials by Air) will be reviewed. For applications which may exceed the timeframe allowed (due to errors, inaccuracies, or missing materials), these may be subject to additional fees as outlined in the CAA Scheme of Charges.
Once the CAA is satisfied with the required training materials, exams, and associated documents, the training approval will be issued within 10 working days.
If you have any questions or queries, contact us at dgo@caa.co.uk.
Upon receipt of the application, it will be assigned to an Inspecting Officer (Dangerous Goods) (IO(DG)), who will make contact to confirm the audit timetable.
If training materials and exams exhibit numerous or repetitive errors or fail to comply with the IATA DGRs for the intended approval period (updated DGRs typically issued in December), or if applications lack completion and return of any necessary documentation, this may lead to return of materials and suspension of approval review.
Once all required documents and training materials are received, the Inspecting Officer will perform a sample check and provide a feedback report highlighting any necessary amendments. After resolving any identified issues, the IO(DG) will recommend approval issuance, with notification sent via email.
If you have any questions or queries, contact us at dgo@caa.co.uk.
Once granted, a Training Approval is valid for 24 months (two years) from date of approval, unless revoked.
After this date, if a Training Provider wishes to continue training, the renewal process applies.
If you have any questions or queries, contact us at dgo@caa.co.uk.