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Anhydrous Ammonia: Managing The Risks
Anhydrous ammonia is a clear, colorless gas at standard temperature and pressure conditions and has a very characteristic odor.  The odor is the strongest safety feature of the product.  At a concentration of only 50 parts per million (ppm), one sniff tells what is in the air.

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Anhydrous Ammonia
The main safety hazard of ammonia is that it is extremely corrosive to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.  Because it does not contain water, it will absorb moisture from any source, including human tissues, causing severe burns.

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Hazard Alert: Ammonia Safety in Wineries
This hazard alert can help employers and employees prevent deaths and injuries involving the use of anhydrous ammonia in refrigeration systems.  Ammonia refrigeration systems are commonly used in wineries.

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Anhydrous ammonia and propane cylinders
It has come to the attention of the National Propane Gas Association that propane cylinders are being used in the manufacturing of Methamphetamines.

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Anhydrous Ammonia Nurse Tank Safety
The most commonly-used nitrogen fertilizer source in North Dakota, anhydrous ammonia plays a vital role in the production of high-quality food and feed.  Anhydrous ammonia is classified as a hazardous substance, although few problems occur when it is properly handled and applied as intended.


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MSDS: Ammonia, anhydrous
When workplace conditions warrant respirator use, follow a respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, ANSI Z88.2, or MSHA 30 CFR 72.710.

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Part 78: Storage and handling of Anhydrous Ammonia
General industry safety standards from the State of Michigan.

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First Aid for Anhydrous Ammonia Exposure
There is no antidote for ammonia poisoning.  First Aid consists of decontamination, maintaining open airway, and respiration support followed by rapid transport to an advanced medical care facility.

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Anhydrous Ammonia Properties
Covers the properties of anhydrous ammonia and provide general understanding and guidance to emergency responders in addressing anhydrous ammonia incidents.

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