Ammonia gets loose on the farms in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. Firefighters, Hazmat Crews Train for Ammonia Leak on Hempfield Farm – Adamsburg volunteer firefighters rescue a dummy being used for a hazardous materials training exercise, with the scenario being a response to an anhydrous ammonia leak on a Hempfield farm on Sunday, June 7, 2015. […keep […]
Question: I am considering installing a propane tank at my facility, will it be subject to the requirements of RMP and PSM? Answer: Assuming that the propane tank will be used for forklift fuel, you are not required to comply with the requirements of RMP, PSM, or CalARP because of the following exemptions/exclusions: Title 40 CFR §68.126 A […]
Ammonia causes a major emergency response in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. 10 Injured in Ammonia Gas Leak at Panhandle Chemical Plant – Borger police Lt. Brandon Strope says the 10 people, all employees, were taken to Panhandle hospitals by ambulance and helicopter. […keep reading] Think Safety First When Using Ammonia – Anhydrous ammonia releases, such as […]
Ammonia tankers cause havoc on the roads in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review….. Tanker Carrying Liquid Ammonia Overturns in Thane – A tanker carrying compressed liquid ammonia skid off the Mumbra Bypass road and toppled, releasing large amounts of ammonia early Sunday morning. […keep reading] Anhydrous Ammonia Tanker Tips Over in Cedar Rapids – A semi-trailer carrying anhydrous […]
Question: What are the labeling requirements for a High Pressure Receiver in an ammonia refrigeration system? Answer: To properly label any piece of equipment within an ammonia refrigeration system you must first know which codes and standards are recognized in your jurisdiction. As a resident of California, the following codes/standards are often consulted regarding ammonia equipment […]
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