Faqs
Frequently Asked Questions
General Policy
How is payment arranged, can you bill us?
Yes, if you have a large group we offer invoice service for a service fee of $20. Contact us at (702) 515-7482 or email us trainingati@yahoo.com for further information.
Do the courses have a time limit for completion?
No, the courses do not have a time limit and you may login anytime to print off your certificate.
Can you refund my money if the course is not what I expected?
Yes, email us with less than half of the course completed within 24 hours and we will refund your credit card.
Can you send a copy of my certificate to me in the mail?
No, all certificates will be sent via email.
Can you send a copy of my certificate to me in the mail?
No, all certificates will be sent via email.
I have a group of people to train do you offer a discount for groups?
Yes, please contact us at (702) 515-7482 or email us at trainingati@yahoo.com for further information.
I have lost my password how do I find out what it is?
Go to the login page and select “forgot password”. Type in the email you registered with and you password will be sent to you.
How long do I have after finishing my course to I have to print off my certification?
There is no expiration date for printing off your certificate.
After completing my course how long to I have access to the system?
There is no expiration date for access to your profile and course information.
DOT HAZMAT Nuclear Gauge Training Course
Who needs to be certified?
Individuals who are going to transport nuclear gauges.
How often does an individual need to be certified?
Individuals need re-certification every three years.
Who certifies that an instructor is qualified to train, test, and certify in accordance with § 172.704?
Except for certain FAA required CFR 14 training, the U.S. DOT does not review or certify training programs for pre-approval purposes. The employer must determine a trainer’s qualifications based on their need.
Does the trainer who teaches and tests the hazmat employee, certify that the hazmat employee is trained/tested?
No, the hazmat employer must certify that the employee has been trained and tested. Once the student finishes the course a certificate will be generated that can be printed off on a local printer.
If an outside source trains but does not test the employee, must the employee be tested and certified based on this training?
Yes. It is the responsibility of the hazmat employer to meet these training requirements. However, a hazmat employer may designate an outside source to train, test, and certify on its behalf.
Must the test be in a written format or may a skill demonstration be used?
Any test that ensures that the employee can perform the assigned duties in compliance with the HMR is acceptable. Training and testing may be accomplished in a variety of ways: performance, written, verbal, or a combination of these.
Must the employee "pass" a test?
The requirements do not state that the employee must “pass” a test; however, an employee may only be certified in areas in which he/she can successfully perform their hazmat duties.
Who will enforce the training requirements in § 172.704?
Enforcement pertaining to carriers is the responsibility of each modal administration. Compliance or non-compliance with the training rule will be determined during safety and compliance reviews of shippers and carriers.
What type of fines would be involved?
Violations of any hazardous materials regulations including training may be subject to a civil penalty of up to $27,500 for each violation and, in appropriate cases, a criminal penalty of up to $500,000 and/or imprisonment of up to 5 years. (See 49 CFR § 107.329 and § 107.333.)
An office secretary types the required hazardous materials description on a shipping paper at the direction of another, item by item. Is the secretary a hazmat employee requiring training?
Yes, each person who performs any function subject to the HMR must be trained, except special circumstances that are addressed by 172.704(c).
Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Course
Is the course approved by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)?
ATI’s Nuclear Gauge Safety Course has been submitted to the NRC under one of our clients materials license and been found to meet the NRC’s requirements for training along with additional hands on training by the licensee. The course has been designed to meet the NRC requirements.
In what states is the portable moisture/density nuclear gauge training course accepted?
The states where the course is acceptable can be seen at ATI’s Nuclear Gauge Training Website
Can you provide evidence of approval for our state?
Except for certain FAA required CFR 14 training, the U.S. DOT does not review or certify training programs for pre-approval purposes. The employer must determine a trainer’s qualifications based on their need.
What is covered in the class?
The course covers safety, NRC regulations, basic nuclear elements, DOT HAZMAT and gauge usage.
How is hands-on training provided for the user?
The practical hands-on training portion shall be provided by the licensee holder’s Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or designated individual. The hands-on training will need to be completed prior to the user operating a nuclear gauge.
Per the U.S. NRC, NUREG-1566, Volume 1, Rev. 2, Appendix C:
“Any online training should be supplemented by the practical hands-on training also described under Course Content. The applicant/licensee should demonstrate how it will meet the training described under Course Content and may consider providing a copy of the curricula covered in the course.”
Approximately how long does it take to complete the class on-line?
The course is a eight hour course, but the actual time spent will vary based on the students education, background and previous experience with portable nuclear gauges.
Is there a test required for certification once the class is completed?
Yes, a test at the end of the course a test must be passed to receive a certificate.
How do you verify that the test is actually taken by the student who is enrolled?
The RSO for the nuclear materials licensee must proctor the closed book test and then sign the certificate as verification. Ultimately, it is the licensee’s responsibility that each person listed as a portable nuclear gauge user has been properly trained.
Special Inspector Training Courses
How do the Code Education courses work?
The courses provide a module for each subject and when the student finishes each of the modules a review test is given so the student can evaluate their progress. Once all of the modules is completed, five sample exams are available to practice taking the exam. The first sample exam is timed and the remaining exams are not timed.
Do the practice exams cover all of the possible questions which may be covered on the exam?
The practice exam questions are similar in nature to the exam questions but do not cover every possible question which may be encountered on the exams. The purpose of our courses is to educate the student and assist them in using the reference materials so that they can find the answers efficiently during the exam.
If I take ATI's courses do you guarantee that I will pass the Special Inspection Exam?
ATI does not guarantee that if you complete our courses you will pass the exam(s). Individuals taking our on-line courses come from many varied backgrounds. They very in experience from no experience in the construction industry to many decades of experience. The purpose of our courses is to assist in educating the student. We feel that the student should be able to pass the exam(s) with a combination of study, experience, and knowledge. Our courses are to be used as a study aid, not as a guarantee to pass the exam(s)
If I don't pass my Special Inspector exam can you refund my money?
See our policy on refunds in the General Questions shown above.
What percent of students who take ATI's Special Inspector Courses pass the certification exams?
ATI does not keep records on which students have actually taken the exam and passed or failed. Most students usually only take either the plans or code education course.