Ammonia Refrigeration. OSHA eTool. Assists employers and employees in identifying and controlling the hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of ammonia …

This eTool is designed to assist employers and employees in identifying and controlling the hazards associated with the operation and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration systems.

Guidelines for Start-Up, Inspection, and Maintenance of Ammonia Mechanical Refrigerating Systems. International Institute for Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR), (1993, March). Covers …

Accidental releases of ammonia from refrigeration facilities have resulted in both injuries and deaths to employees of these facilities. These injuries and deaths are caused from contact …

IIAR Ammonia Refrigeration Piping Handbook. Provides is a tutorial and reference book that represents the collective efforts of the most knowledgeable specialists in the ammonia …

In some installations, ammonia is refrigerated and stored in low-pressure tanks. If ammonia is stored inside, it is generally in a fire resistant structure, separated from work areas.

Ammonia refrigeration is addressed in OSHA standards for general industry. This section highlights OSHA standards and documents related to ammonia refrigeration.

A reference document providing users of ammonia refrigeration with suggested practices for the operation of an ammonia refrigeration system. See the Table of Contents.

This manual summarizes requirements of environmental and safety laws for anhydrous ammonia refrigeration system operators. A list of the federal laws and regulations related to process …

The two main types of hazardous refrigerants used in vessel refrigeration systems are ammonia and halocarbons (the most commonly recognized is Freon®). The latter include …