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Goal
To familiarize RETA members with the Fire Code requirements for facilities that have ammonia-based refrigeration systems.
Ammonia-Specific Requirements General Fire Safety and Hazmat Requirements
Common Fire Safety Violations Common Hazmat Violations
International Mechanical Code IIAR Bulletin 109 (1997 ed.) ______________ For more information, go to Fire Code Online at:
http://www.phoenix.gov/fire/codes.html
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Other Considerations
Control sources of ignition Isolate the release Manage the pressure Positive-pressure ventilation
Machinery Room
Horns/strobes (inside/outside) Two exits Leak Detectors Continuous Ventilation NFPA Placarding One-Hour Fire Rating No Combustibles Emergency Shutdown Procedures Posted Tight-Fitting Doors
Periodic Testing
Treatment/flaring systems Control valves Fans Detection Alarm
Compressed Gases
Corrosives
Corrosives
Propane
Hot Work