Ammonia refrigeration is a popular choice for many facilities due to its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. However, it also requires proper management and maintenance to ensure the safety of employees and the facility.
As experts in refrigeration consulting services, we believe that a comprehensive ARM program is essential to ensure the safe and effective operation of any facility using ammonia as a refrigerant.
In this blog, we’ll discuss which facilities need ammonia refrigeration management programs and why.
Facilities that Require ARM Programs
Several types of facilities can benefit from an ammonia refrigeration management program. These include:
Food Processing Plants
Ammonia is commonly used in food processing plants to refrigerate and freeze food products. It is essential to have a management program in place to ensure the safe handling of ammonia and the proper maintenance of refrigeration equipment. This helps prevent the contamination of food products and protects the health of employees and consumers.
Cold Storage Warehouses
These facilities require constant refrigeration to maintain stored products’ quality and freshness. An ARM program helps ensure that equipment is properly maintained and safety protocols are followed.
Industrial Facilities
Many industrial facilities use ammonia refrigeration to control temperature and humidity in manufacturing processes. It is essential to have a management program in place to ensure the safe handling and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration equipment.
Why It’s Important To Have An ARM Program In Place
Safety
Ammonia is a hazardous chemical that can cause serious injury or death if not handled properly. A management program helps to ensure that safety protocols are followed and that employees are trained in the safe handling of ammonia.
Efficiency And Effectiveness
A management program helps ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of ammonia refrigeration equipment. Proper equipment maintenance and monitoring can help prevent breakdowns and downtime, which can be costly for facilities.
Compliance With Regulatory Requirements
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards is a must. Many facilities are required to meet specific standards and regulations regarding ammonia refrigeration. A management program helps facilities meet these requirements and avoid costly fines and penalties.
When it comes to auditing your company’s NH3 refrigeration management program, Ice Cold Consulting is capable of undertaking the task. Our experts can handle everything from process safety compliance audits to mechanical integrity audits and PSM management.
Contact us at (844) 265-3737.