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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Ammonia Safety in New England Ice Rinks

U.S. EPA New England has developed this document to assist ice rink owners and operators with
ammonia refrigeration systems in communicating effectively with their employees, contractors,
vendors, and customers about ammonia refrigeration safety. Helping facilities to minimize the risk of
potential chemical releases, such as an accidental release of ammonia at a refrigeration facility, is a
national priority for U.S. EPA.

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