Florida SouthWestern State College has partnered with industry experts, Hazmat Safety Consultants, LLC, and the Dangerous Goods Trainers Association to offer Train-The-Trainer Course and Expert Insights Seminar Series. The trainings are funded through a U.S. Department of Transportation Grant and available free of charge to businesses and community members.
HAZMAT TRAIN-THE-TRAINER COURSE
Training of Hazardous Materials employees is critical to the success of the Hazmat system. An effective training program is crucial for Hazmat employees to ensure they are using and implementing the highest level of safety in the industry. The online Train-The-Trainer Course blends industry knowledge and adult-learning philosophies to prepare the participants to become a Hazmat Trainer.
Course covers the following:
- Hazmat General Awareness & Global Systems
- How to perform a Hazmat Needs Assessment for your company
- Adult learning philosophies and training plans
- Course development and delivery
Course Offerings
- January 13 - February 17, 2027
- May 19 - June 16, 2027
- July 14 - August 18, 2027
- October 6 - November 10, 2027
SWFL Hazmat Conference
Save the Date February 11-12, 2027
Registration will open soon!
Thank you to everyone who joined Florida SouthWestern State College and Hazmat Safety Consulting for the SWFL Hazmat Conference, held February 12th & 13th, 2026. Attendees heard from industry experts, regulatory leaders, manufacturers, transporters, and emergency responders during this power-packed two-day event designed to address the full lifecycle of hazardous materials—from classification and training to emergency response and disaster preparedness.
Topics covered included:
- Hazmat 101 & Classification
- Corporate Training & DOT Inspections
- Lithium Batteries: Storage, Transport & Response
- Emergency Planning for Hurricanes
- Hazardous Materials Storage & Communication
The conference brought together safety managers, manufacturers, transporters, first responders, and compliance professionals from across the region.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EXPERT INSIGHTS SEMINAR SERIES
Introducing our Hazardous Materials Expert Insights Seminar Series, a monthly one-hour webinar delving into pertinent and timely topics within the field of hazardous materials management.
Upcoming Topics
Lithium Battery Storage—What You Need to Know Mike Pagel & Ryan Paquet June 3, 2026 | 1pm EST Watch Recording
UN TDG Subcommittee Updates Ryan Paquet & Duane Pfund August 5, 2026 | 1pm EST Cancelled
Shipping Cosmetics - Reg Exceptions You Should Know Paula Reavis & Mike Pagel September 2, 2026 | 1pm EST Watch Recording
UN TDG Subcommittee: What It Is and Why It Matters Ryan Paquet and Duane Pfund October 7, 2026 | 1pm Register Here
Who Needs DG Training? Perspectives from a DOT Inspector Peg Carson November 4, 2026 | 1pm EST Registration TBA
Scaling Up: Why EV Batteries Don't Play by Consumer Electronic Battery Rules Bob Richard and Mike Pagel December 2, 2026 | 1 PM EST Registration TBA
Webinar Recordings
- Materials of Trade – What Can I Do? (October 1, 2025)
- Lithium Battery Storage – Who Knows? (September 3, 2025)
- UN Subcommittee Updates: Latest Developments in Global Dangerous Goods Regulations (August 6, 2025)
- Fireworks and Explosives (July 2, 2025)
- Limited Quantities: Maximizing Exceptions While Maintaining Safety (June 4, 2025)
- IMDG Code: Essential Guidelines for Maritime DG Transport (May 7, 2025)
- Building a Corporate DG Compliance Plan (Apr 2, 2025)
- GHS and Transportation Labeling: Navigating Dual Compliance Requirement (Mar 5, 2025)
- What to Do if USDOT Knocks on Your Door (Feb 12, 2025)
- Key Decisions from the UN Dangerous Goods Transport Committee (Jan 15, 2025)
- Check the Box: Make Your Packages are Safe to Send (Dec 4, 2024).
- Aerosols on the Move Guide to Safe Travels with Bob Richard (Nov 6, 2024)
- Mastering Lithium Battery Safety with Mike Pagel (Oct 2, 2024)
Additional Webinar Recordings.
FSW Office of Corporate and Community Education
8099 College Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33919 Corporate.Training@fsw.edu