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Ammonia Awareness <br /> Hazard Awareness <br /> Anhydrous Ammonia is a compound of nitrogen and hydrogen with the formula NH3. It is used as <br /> the refrigerant in the Peterson Farms Inc. refrigeration systems. Anhydrous Ammonia is either a <br /> liquid or vapor/gas. <br /> Exposure to anhydrous ammonia can cause either minor or serious injuries. <br /> Eye exposure: Mild or moderate exposure to the eyes can result in irritation and a burning feeling, <br /> whereas severe exposure can lead to inflammation of the eye's membranes, swelling and <br /> sloughing of the eye's surface cells, and temporary or even permanent blindness. <br /> Ingestion: Although uncommon, ingesting ammonia is hazardous. Symptoms can range from mild <br /> to moderate - such as vomiting, abdominal pain and burns to the mouth, esophagus and stomach <br /> - to severe, including corrosive damage to the mouth, throat and stomach. <br /> Inhalation: Inhaling ammonia gas can cause breathing problems, wheezing or chest pain. cause <br /> nasopharyngeal and tracheal burns, bronchiolar and alveolar edema, and airway destruction <br /> resulting in respiratory distress or failure Asphyxiation may occur in poorly ventilated or enclosed <br /> areas. <br />