Intro to Ammonia Hazards
Learning objectives
- Describe characteristics of ammonia and where it may be found in the workplace
- Describe the health effects related to ammonia exposure
- Describe the controls your employer may have in place to reduce your exposure to ammonia
- Describe actions to take if you are exposed to ammonia
Course overview
In this lesson you will learn about ammonia hazards in your workplace, what controls your employer has to protect you from exposure, and what to do if you or a coworker are exposed.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 5 minutes
- Format: Online Interactive
- Tier: 2
- Course ID: 3866
English, Spanish, French Canadian, Korean, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Hindi, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Bosnian, Japanese, Dutch
Course Outline
- Intro to Ammonia Hazards
Regulations
- 29 CFR 1910 Subpart H – Hazardous Materials – 1910.111 Storage and handling of anhydrous ammonia
- 29 CFR 1910 Subpart Z – Toxic and Hazardous Substances – 1910.1200 Hazard Communication
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart D – Occupational Health and Environmental Controls – 1926.64 App A List of Highly Hazardous Chemicals, Toxics and Reactives (Mandatory)
- Occupational Safety and Health Act - Section 5 (a)(1) and (2), General Duty Clause