NH3 leaked from the ice production unit in Binh Duong

WHAT NH3 leaked from the ice production unit 
WHEN – WHERE – WHO Jan 10, 2022 (Morning) at the ice production unit in Binh Duong province
WHY – HOW NH3 used for ice production plant

  • NH3 gas used to produce ice has  leaked from its piping and released into the environment
  • Firefighters and military forces must wear protective gear and anti-poison masks inside to handle it
  • Residences living around this unit were told to evacuate immediately for safety. The route was also blocked.
DAMAGED No any injured case
LESSONS LEARNED
  • Periodic production line maintenance
  • Have emergency response measures in place
  • Availability of environmental protection devices to limit the release of gases into the surrounding environment
  • Availability of warning signs at the place of production
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