Recent Blog Posts
It has been a year and half since we last addressed eyewash and safety showers on our blog. With the publication of ANSI/IIAR 2-2021 it is prudent to examine the latest design requirements for these important safety units at ammonia refrigeration facilities. Summary of requirements in ANSI/IIAR 2-2014 Before looking at the 2021 edition of […]
Massive shelter in place order in this special Easter edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… Taylor Farms Fire: Shelter-in-Place Order Issued in Salinas – A shelter-in-place order was issued early Thursday morning for parts of Salinas because of the potential for an explosion — which could release an ammonia cloud — due to a […]
Disaster strikes the Philippines in this week’s edition of the Ammonia Week in Review… 15 People Rushed to Hospital Due to Alleged Ice Plant Ammonia Leak – At least 15 people were rushed to hospital after inhaling ammonia that allegedly leaked from an ice plant in Northbay Boulevard, Navotas City early Tuesday morning. […keep reading] RAGAGEP: Historical Variants […]
Come say hello to Resource Compliance at the 2022 Salinas Safety Training Day. The theme of the event is: “Ammonia Safety – Unmasked.” Fun fact, this training can be used toward RETA’s required PDH (Professional Development Hours). Pictured is the Torrance Fire Chief speaking at the 2022 LA Safety Day. Date: May 25, 2022 Time: 7:00 am […]
Uriah Donaldson, OHST, presented a technical paper at the 2019 RETA National Conference and 2021 IIAR National Conference titled RAGAGEP: Historical Variants and the Importance of IIAR Standards. This is the eighth and final post in a series of blogs which include excerpts from his technical paper. Summary and Conclusion Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices […]