Free ADR Core Module Exam Prep
ADR Dangerous Goods Driver Training Certificate — Core Module (Europe)
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ADR Framework & Exemptions
Master the legal structure of ADR 2025 Annexes A and B, participant statutory responsibilities under Chapter 1.4, Small Load Exemptions under 1.1.3.6 (the 1,000-point rule), and Limited/Excepted Quantities packaging thresholds.
Hazard Classification & 9 Classes
Study the 9 UN dangerous goods classes, packing groups I through III, flash points for Class 3 flammable liquids, Class 2 gas divisions, and core awareness for Class 1 explosives and Class 7 radioactive cargo.
Marking, Labelling & Orange Plates
Learn package hazard diamond labels, orientation arrows, plain orange plates for packaged units, Kemler hazard identification codes (top number), and UN substance numbers (bottom number).
Documentation & Vehicle Safety Equipment
Practise the ADR transport description sequence, four-page Instructions in Writing, extinguisher capacities by maximum permissible transport-unit mass, PPE and technical equipment checks.
Handling, Tunnels & Emergency Response
Apply mixed-loading and food-separation rules, load restraint, waste-transfer controls, multimodal handovers, civil liability, tunnel decisions, first aid and security awareness.
Can You Take the ADR Core Module Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Driving the vehicle also requires the appropriate driving entitlement and any applicable national professional-driver requirements.
- •Check the classes and transport modes on the issued certificate. A national core exam may need packages/tanks and class modules before a card can be issued.
Free ADR Core Module Prep Tools
100 original practice questions
Independent practice on dangerous goods classification, identification, documents, equipment, handling, emergencies and routes.
Exam Topic Review
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What You'll Study
11 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Regulatory Framework, Scope, and Exemptions
3 sections
Chapter 2: Hazard Classification and Classes 1 to 4
4 sections
Chapter 3: Hazard Classes 5 to 9 and Environmental Hazards
4 sections
Chapter 4: Package Labelling, Marking, and Orange Plates
3 sections
Chapter 5: Vehicle Placarding, Special Marks, and Vehicle Equipment
3 sections
Chapter 6: Transport Documentation and Written Instructions
3 sections
Chapter 7: Operational Rules, Loading, and Vehicle Supervision
3 sections
Chapter 8: Emergency Response, Tunnel Restrictions, and Security
3 sections
Chapter 9: Waste Transfers, Civil Liability and Multimodal Carriage
3 sections
Chapter 10: Vehicle Technical Equipment and Safe Operation
1 sections
Chapter 11: First Aid and Personal Protection
1 sections
ADR Core Module Exam Details
ADR Dangerous Goods Driver Training Certificate — Core Module (Europe)
Administered by National competent authorities or their designated examination bodies under ADR Chapter 8.2
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official National competent authorities or their designated examination bodies under ADR Chapter 8.2 content outline
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(a), (b), (d): participant responsibilities, exemptions, UN numbers, proper shipping names, packing groups and hazard-specific prevention.
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(c): waste classification and documents, authorised recipients, transfer controls and pollution prevention.
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(f), (h): package labels and marks, placards, orange plates, technical equipment and required onboard documentation.
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(g), (i), (j), (m): pre-trip checks, mixed loading, handling, load restraint, unloading and supervision.
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(e): first aid, road safety, fire response, PPE limitations and practical exercises.
ADR 8.2.2.3.2(k), (l), (n), (o): civil liability, modal handovers, tunnel restrictions and security awareness.
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11 Chapters
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What's Next After the ADR Core Module?
After passing the ADR Core Module, you can pursue these career paths
Dangerous Goods Commercial HGV Driver
With the appropriate driving entitlement, national modules and certificate endorsements, carry dangerous goods in packages or bulk within the classes shown on the ADR card.
Chemical Logistics & Freight Transport Specialist
Further logistics training and experience can support planning dangerous goods documents and handovers between road, rail and maritime operators; the basic driver certificate is not a logistics-management licence.
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser (DGSA)
A separate DGSA qualification and examination are needed for the adviser role under ADR 1.8.3; passing basic driver training does not confer DGSA status.
ADR Core Module Exam FAQ
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