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Ammonia Refrigeration Basics and Safety Awareness Training
- In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.111
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- Obtain your certificate immediately after finishing
- Delivered through SCORM packages, online platforms, virtual classrooms, or in-person events
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| 2-10 | $89.09 |
| 11-20 | $88.19 |
| 21-50 | $87.29 |
| 51-100 | $85.49 |
| 101-250 | $83.69 |
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Ammonia Refrigeration Basics and Safety Awareness Training Course Syllabus
This Ammonia Safety Awareness Training course consists of 5 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
Introduction
Lesson 1: Introduction to Ammonia and its Hazards
- Define ammonia and its role as an industrial refrigerant.
- Explain the physical and chemical properties of ammonia.
- Identify common uses of ammonia in refrigeration systems.
- Recognize health and safety hazards associated with ammonia exposure.
- Describe safe handling practices for ammonia refrigerants.
- Apply safety measures to reduce ammonia-related risks.
- Examine OSHA regulations governing ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Support compliance with regulatory safety standards in industrial environments.
Lesson 2: Basics of Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
- Introduce the fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Establish a foundational understanding for subsequent course lessons.
- Explain positive-displacement compression ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Identify the four essential system components.
- Describe primary components used in ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Examine secondary components supporting system operation and performance.
- Build technical knowledge required for safe system operation and maintenance.
Lesson 3: Single-Stage and Two-Stage Refrigeration Systems
- Examine component arrangements used in ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Construct single-stage ammonia compression systems.
- Construct two-stage ammonia compression systems.
- Analyze complex ammonia compression system configurations.
- Identify additional components unique to two-stage compression systems.
- Explain the function of two-stage system components.
Lesson 4: Liquid Overfeed/Recirculation Systems
- Introduce the concept of liquid overfeed in refrigeration systems.
- Explain the fundamentals of liquid recirculation systems.
- Evaluate advantages of liquid overfeed in ammonia refrigeration applications.
- Assess limitations of liquid recirculation system designs.
- Identify essential design elements of recirculation vessels.
- Optimize recirculation vessel performance in ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Explain traditional pumper drum system operation.
- Describe controlled pressure receiver system functionality.
- Compare commonly used liquid management systems in modern refrigeration practices.
Lesson 5: Safety Protocols in Handling Ammonia and Designing Ammonia Refrigeration Systems
- Emphasize safety during handling of liquid ammonia in refrigeration systems.
- Ensure safe transfer of liquid ammonia between system components.
- Apply safety practices during transport of liquid ammonia.
- Explain proper storage requirements for anhydrous ammonia.
- Implement safe handling procedures for anhydrous ammonia.
- Support effective application of OSHA Standards in ammonia refrigeration operations.
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
The course meets the compliance requirements of OSHA Standards for General Industry Standard 29 CFR 1910.111.
The Ammonia Refrigeration Basics and Safety Awareness course holds significant importance for various reasons.
- It prioritizes safety by educating participants on the proper handling and operation of ammonia refrigeration systems, which can pose significant health risks if not managed correctly.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory standards established by organizations like OSHA, providing participants with an understanding of the legal requirements governing ammonia refrigeration.
- Familiarizes participants with hazards and safety protocols supporting organizations to minimize the likelihood of accidents or environmental incidents.
- Designed to deliver foundational knowledge for industrial ammonia refrigeration environments.
- Explains ammonia refrigeration systems using clear, easy-to-understand language.
- Covers ammonia safety principles and OSHA regulatory requirements.
- Addresses high-pressure system risks and hazard awareness.
- Supports compliance with General Industry Standard 29 CFR 1910.111.
- Suitable for technicians, engineers, operators, and safety professionals.
- Delivered online for flexible, self-paced learning.
- Provides practical knowledge to improve safety awareness and operational efficiency.
Various professionals across industries would gain valuable knowledge and skills by enrolling in this Ammonia Refrigeration Basics and Safety Awareness course.
They include:
- HVAC technicians
- Mechanical engineers
- Chemical engineers
- Safety professionals
- Maintenance supervisors
- Facilities managers
- Environmental health officers
- Industrial safety consultants.
Additionally, individuals working in facilities with ammonia refrigeration systems, such as food processing plants, cold storage warehouses, and manufacturing facilities, would benefit greatly from understanding the fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration.
Whether seeking to enhance safety practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimize system efficiency, or advance their careers, professionals in these roles will find the course invaluable in their respective fields.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
It is recommended that employers provide employees with refresher training at least once every three years.
Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.
Validity: The course certificate is valid for three years.
Renewal: Simply take this course in 36 months to maintain compliance and stay current on industrial ammonia refrigeration training.
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As an industrial engineer, I needed to understand the ins and outs of refrigeration systems for a new project and also grasp some safety aspects. This course delivered beyond my expectations!
I've been working in the HVAC industry for 5 years now, but this course opened my eyes to a whole new world. The course material was well-organized and gave me a general overview of refrigeration systems together with key safety requirements as per OSHA.
I enrolled in this ammonia refrigeration course to expand my knowledge of OSHA’s safety protocols for handling ammonia. The information provided in the course material included detailed explanations of ammonia properties, system components, and safety regulations.
As a mechanical engineer specializing in industrial systems, I found this training to be an invaluable resource to give an overview of refrigeration systems and to safely handle ammonia. I recommend this course to others seeking to deepen their knowledge about ammonia safety.
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