The chemical distribution industry is vast, with a presence in a broad range of industries and operating in supply chains worldwide. In such an expansive industry with numerous moving parts and an economic impact of $27B+, it is essential that our industry leads with the latest and greatest safety standards. For more than three decades, we have been leaders in safety with ACD’s Responsible Distribution™ (RD), a comprehensive set of standards that demand continuous improvement in every phase of chemical distribution.
Now, expanding on the leadership of Responsible Distribution, the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD), powered by ASK Distribution Consulting, has launched the first-ever professional certification recognizing Code Coordinators and Responsible Distribution leaders. Through this certificate program, our members will be able to set a high bar for our industry, demonstrating the highest expertise, stewardship, and professionalism today and beyond.
The new professional certificate program, the Responsible Distribution Accreditation Series, contains three progressive levels: RD Operations Professional (RDOP), which is available now; RD Operations Specialist (RDOS), coming soon in 2026; and RD Operations Expert (RDOE), which will be available by 2028.
Recipients of the RDOP certificate are already reaping the benefits of the first level of the program:
“It’s been a great steppingstone for me as I step into the role of Code Coordinator,” said Julia Kost, Supply Chain and Fulfillment Manager at Advanced Marketing International. “My colleagues and I came out of this program with a deeper understanding and appreciation than we expected, especially the detailed breakdown of the ACD Responsible Distribution™ 12 Codes of Management Practice.
“If you have the time, you should just do it. Before completing the RD Operations Professional Certificate, I was aware of RD, but this program laid the groundwork of the fundamental and the driving principles of RD thoroughly and laid out a strong understanding of how and why these principles matter.”
So, is the RDOP certificate worth it?
“The first installment has been so valuable that I am are eagerly anticipating the launch of the next two certificates.”
Through ACD U, ACD’s RD Operations Professional offers an in-depth understanding of critical chemical safety and compliance topics in approximately 10 hours of interactive online courses and a comprehensive final exam. Built to be streamlined, self-paced, and flexible for busy professionals in the chemical distribution industry whether you are a Code Coordinator, operations leader, or warehouse staff.
Industry professionals interested in earning these new credentials can enroll in the Responsible Distribution Accreditation Series here, powered by ASK Distribution Consulting.
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