Protect people and product with proper gas detection
In food and beverage production facilities, systems for the management and detection of harmful gasses play an essential role in employee safety and product integrity.
The Usual Suspects
Two common, and potentially harmful gasses found in food and beverage production facilities are carbon dioxide (CO2) and ammonia (NH3).
CO2 is used extensively in beverage production for carbonating water, soda and alcohol. However, if CO2 concentration levels become too high, they pose severe health risks including asphyxiation.
Ammonia is a widely used refrigerant in food processing due to its effective cooling properties and low cost. While low levels of exposure can cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation, prolonged exposure to high concentrations can prove fatal. Ammonia leaks can also contaminate water supplies if not dealt with immediately.
Even the most prepared facilities can experience leaks and exposures. No matter the cause – whether through equipment failure, mishandling, improper maintenance or by accident – when exposure happens, consequences can be severe.
Reduce the Risk
Gas detectors are a critical tool to proactively identify ammonia leaks and other gas related incidents.
Protecting Workers
Through continuous monitoring, gas detectors provide early alerts in areas where concentrations of specific gasses become too high. This helps prevent harmful exposures and potential explosions where combustible gasses are in use. Quick detection of abnormal gas levels allows teams to respond quickly and evacuate areas where gas concentrations pose immediate health risks.
Protecting Products
Product quality can be negatively affected through exposure to certain gasses, making them unsafe for consumption. Proper gas detectors help minimize the occurrence and frequency of gas-related product spoilage.
Gas detection is a necessary investment in worker safety and product integrity. Talk to your Bunzl Safety expert to develop a comprehensive gas detection plan including best-in-class gas detection equipment.
