Injury Caused by Contact With Liquid Ammonia From Leaking Discharge Valve
Incident Investigation
Injury Caused by Contact With Liquid Ammonia From Leaking Discharge Valve for an Ammonia Compressor
November 1, 2019
Boiler, PV and Refrigeration
Reference Number:
II-935026-2019 (#15793)
Location: Port Coquitlam
Regulated industry sector: Boiler, Pressure Vessel & Refrigeration - Refrigeration system
Incident overview
An apprentice refrigeration mechanic was injured by contact with liquid ammonia while replacing a leaking discharge valve for an ammonia compressor.