Acceptance and loading of Live Animals in Air Transport (Live Animals Regulations - LAR)

Level

Initial training

Target audience / relevant staff

Agents in charge of the acceptance and loading of live animals to be transported by air.

Objectives

  • Know Air transport Live Animals Regulations - LAR
  • Master the rules of acceptance of live animals according to their typology.

Contents

Theoretical

  • Regulatory basis / Documentation.
  • Responsibilities of shippers and operators.
  • Government Legislation / States variations.
  • Acceptance rules.
  • Typology of animals / The behavior of animals.
  • Information / Terms of use of the documentary repositories.
  • Required documentation.
  • Containers and pallets (ULD's) : Design and resistances / Proper ventilation / Marking and documents.
  • Handling and Storage / Climatic Conditions / Hold Positions / Segregations / Laboratory Animals / Safety Equipment and Materials.
Training course based on the IATA Standards in the Live Animals Regulations (LAR).

Duration indicative basis

14 hrs / 2 days.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Method

  • Theoretical course in classroom.
  • A qualified and experienced trainer provides the training action

Evaluation

  • Theoretical : Written validation test (minimum 80% correct answers required).

Validity

Maximum 3 years (IATA / AHM 1110).

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