Ammonia released into machinery room at a recreational arena
January 4, 2020
Boiler, PV and Refrigeration
Reference Number:
II-962261-2020 (#16279)
Location: Sunshine Coast
Regulated industry sector: Boilers, PV & refrigeration - Refrigeration system
Impact
Injury
Injuries: N/A
Injury description: N/A
Injury rating: N/A
Incident rating: Minor
Incident overview
A small amount of ammonia was released from a refrigeration system into the machinery room of a recreational arena. The leak occurred at a threaded pipe fitting at a recently installed reciprocating compressor.