The state of Georgia has instituted the following requirements for those handling Anhydrous Ammonia (NH3):
(1) Reporting of fire or serious accidents:
(a) Every person required by these rules and regulations to have a permit and who suffers a fire or serious accident involving anhydrous ammonia shall make report thereof in writing as soon as possible to the State Fire Marshal. A serious accident shall be interpreted to mean one in which loss of life, hospitalization of persons, or loss or damage to property involving $100.00 or more results from the accident.
(2) Advising appropriate authorities of situations presenting a hazard to the public:
(a) Every person required by these rules and regulations to have a permit and having knowledge of a situation or condition involving anhydrous ammonia which creates a hazard to the public shall advise local authorities immediately and the State Fire Marshal as soon as practicable.
Except to the extent modified herein, the following NFPA Codes and Standards are hereby adopted.
(1) ANSI / CGA G-2.1-2014, American National Standard Safety Requirements for the Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia
Modifications: None