RedVector RVCT-513

Anhydrous Ammonia Awareness

Anhydrous Ammonia Awareness

0.32 hr. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RVCT-513

SME: Vector Solutions Commercial

Anhydrous ammonia is a chemical compound composed of nitrogen and hydrogen that has been liquefied and compressed into a gas. It is used as fertilizer, in power plants, and as a refrigerant. This course describes what anhydrous ammonia is and how it is used in general industry. This course also discusses the permissible exposure limits of anhydrous ammonia, the personal protective equipment that should be worn when working with or around anhydrous ammonia, handling precautions, as well as emergency response procedures.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  • Describe the physical properties of anhydrous ammonia
  • Identify common uses of anhydrous ammonia
  • Describe the health hazards and effects of exposure
  • Identify the proper PPE for handling anhydrous ammonia
  • List safe handling requirements
  • Describe spill and leak containment procedures
  • Describe emergency response procedures for exposure and firefighting
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Vector Solutions Commercial