Online Training
Ammonia Awareness
Ammonia has a variety of uses. It is used as a refrigerant, a cleaning and bleaching agent and a household cleanser. It is also used to produce fertilizers, plastics, explosives and pharmaceuticals.
What You'll Learn
- Identify the physical properties of anhydrous ammonia
- Explain the requirements for safe storage and handling of ammonia
- State the health effects of ammonia exposure
- Identify the appropriate personal protective equipment for working around ammonia
- Describe the appropriate first-aid measures and emergency-response procedures for ammonia-related emergencies
- Identification and Properties
- Handling and Storage
- Labeling and Classification
- Health Hazards
- Protecting Yourself
- Emergencies
About This Course
Ammonia has a variety of uses. It is used as a refrigerant, a cleaning and bleaching agent and a household cleanser. It is also used to produce fertilizers, plastics, explosives and pharmaceuticals.
Specifically, it will help learners understand the basics of blood-borne pathogens, how to protect themselves, and what to do in the event of an exposure, including the decontamination process.
Ammonia is very important to plant, animal, and human life. It is found in water, soil, and air, and is a source of much needed nitrogen for plants and animals. Most of the ammonia in the environment comes from the natural breakdown of manure and dead plants and animals. There are, however, some hazards associated with ammonia. The purpose of this course is to discuss these hazards and how to protect yourself against them.
Course Requirements
- Estimated Duration
- Approximately 30 minutes
- Pass Requirements
- Testing conducted in this online Ammonia Awareness course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Participants are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.
- Certificate
- Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.
- Registration Fee
- $79.99 CAD
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- Self paced: students can pause at any time and continue where they left off.
- Consistent: video/slide format ensures the course is the same every time.
- Easy verification: online access to training and certification records for students and managers.
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