Ammonia hazards are more common than you think. Many companies use this dangerous substance for refrigeration, and workers need to know the risks. / / In this podcast, we describe anhydrous ammonia, and how it?s used in breweries, cold storage warehouses, processing milk, cheese and meat. / / Ammonia hazards include its high flammability, and toxicity to the skin, lungs and eyes. / / Always use precautions when working with ammonia for good industrial hygiene. Wear the appropriate PPE. Proper pipe marking is critical, as is GHS and NFPA labeling. The MSDS should be readily available.