About

Personnel directly involved in Unit Load Device (ULD) operations are required to train regularly on functions relevant to their job tasks and responsibilities.

ULDs are essential for loading freight transported by air. Although ULDs are required to ensure the safe and reliable restraint of cargo during a flight, the standards for using them vary widely across the industry. The IATA ULD Regulations (ULDR) provides a simple point of reference for common technical and operational standards, regulatory requirements, and carrier requirements applicable to overall ULD operations.

Note: This course meets the training requirements as per the ULD Regulations Table 1.6.A

This course is available at IATA Training Centers and Regional Training Partner locations, and on-demand as in-house training.

Course format

• This classroom course provides 3 days (24 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment

Prerequisites

• There are no prerequisites for this course
• Recommended level is Entry-level
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or equivalent for other languages.

What you will learn

After completing this course you will be able to:

• Know what is required to ensure safe and efficient ULD operations
• Follow IATA ULD Regulations for handling and build-up
• Work with a range of ULD handling devices and equipment
• Fulfil your responsibilities as an airline or third party
• Understand why ULD handling critical to flight safety and operations

Course content

• Applicability of ULD Regulations
• ULD limitations
• Classification and identification
• Operating specifications
• Marking, labelling, and documentation
• Handling procedures
• ULD certification process

Activities

• Group exercises

Material

• Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the ULD Regulations (ULDR) manual

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

• Airlines
• Ground handlers
• Freight forwards
• Shippers

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

Please note that this Certificate is only valid for 24 months

Additional information

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Further training
Graduates of this course can apply for the Harvard ManageMentor© (HMM) distance learning program at a special graduate price.