Responding to Anhydrous Ammonia Emergencies
82% of the United States’ anhydrous ammonia is used in agriculture, while 8% is used for refrigeration and 2% in utility facilities such as water treatment plants. The other 8% is often misused or mishandled by individuals who are producing methamphetamine. During this session, attendees will learn the dangers of Anhydrous Ammonia and how it is transported in the United States.
Participants will have a better understanding of how users are often injured and killed while transferring Anhydrous Ammonia.
Participants will learn how to decontaminate patients and provide special BLS & ALS care.
Objectives:
- Learn that Anhydrous Ammonia is a hazardous material.
- Review case studies of actual Anhydrous Incidents.
- Understand the chemical makeup of Anhydrous Ammonia.
- Review how farmers use the product.
- Understand Meth Labs and Chemical Suicide.
- Review both basic and advanced care for Anhydrous Ammonia exposure