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Ammonia Release | Arc Flash in Solenoid Valve

January 9th, 2024

Summary In September 2022, a solenoid coil grounded out against the plunger tube which burned a hole in the post of the valve. This resulted in two injuries and a release of approximately 1,095 lbs of ammonia.   Incident Description Damage to the solenoid coil allowed the “live” coil to make contact with the “ground” […]

Auditing Elements: Incident Investigation, Emergency Response, & IIPP (Part 9)

October 12th, 2021

In this compliance audit blog series, we have decided to focus on each program element. If you plan to lead an audit, these lists will be instructional for you. But if you want to prepare for an upcoming audit, these lists will give you an idea of what to expect. There is much disagreement in […]

Ammonia Week in Review | July 7, 2017

July 7th, 2017

Ammonia gets investigated in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….   Tri-Town Ice Arena Evacuated for Ammonia Leak – During the initial investigation, Burkush said that the three compressors used to freeze the ice were damaged and leaking the ammonia they use to run. […keep reading] Safety Officials Investigate Ammonia Leak – A dangerous ammonia leak […]