A Comprehensive 5-Day Course for Safety, Skills, and Certification

Industrial Refrigeration Technical College (IRTC) recently delivered another successful session of its 5-day Industrial Refrigeration Training in Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration and HAZWOPER Combo Course. The thorough class is a powerful blend of theory, safety compliance, and real-world application. Moreover, the content at IRTC is overall better absorbed. This is because IRTC's instructors aren’t just teachers—they’re actively engaged engineers with real-world design/build experience. Students aren’t just learning the material; they’re gaining practical insights from professionals who do this work every day.

This course is tailor-made for entry-level refrigeration operators, PSM/RMP personnel, and emergency responders who work with ammonia systems. By combining Ammonia Refrigeration fundamentals with HAZWOPER Hazardous Material Technician Training, participants gain both a solid technical foundation and the emergency response skills critical in today's industrial environments.

What Students Learn in the Ammonia Refrigeration & HAZWOPER Combo Course

Participants spent the week diving into:

• Refrigeration system fundamentals

• Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Planning (RMP)

• Hazardous materials response techniques

• Regulatory compliance and safety protocols

But this isn’t just book learning. Students also completed hands-on training in a fully operational ammonia refrigeration facility, with real-time scenarios that required focus, coordination, and fast thinking.

Real-World Crisis Simulations: Training That Sticks

One of the standout components of this industrial refrigeration training is the practical ammonia leak response simulation. During these drills, students had to:

• Communicate effectively under pressure

• Execute technical procedures safely

• Work as a cohesive team in dynamic, high-stakes scenarios

The class did a fantastic job. Their ability to apply what they’d learned in a high-intensity environment demonstrated not only technical skill, but also leadership, communication, and decision-making under pressure.

Time to Unwind: IRTC Visits Hazy Mountain

After an intense week of training, the IRTC team was invited to Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery. This top-notch spirit crafting jewel has a stunning location nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was the perfect spot to unwind, reflect, and celebrate the teams accomplishments.

The breathtaking views, great conversation, and relaxed atmosphere offered a well-deserved break for everyone involved. It was a reminder that while safety and skill are serious business, building camaraderie and taking time to recharge are just as important in the development of top-tier professionals.

Learn more about the venue at hazy-mountain.com.

Certification and Professional Development Hours (PDH)

Upon successful completion of the course, quizzes drills and all, each student received a certificate of completion and earned 24 Professional Development Hours (PDH).

This certification validates their preparedness to operate in ammonia systems and respond to hazardous material incidents, setting them up for career advancement and field readiness.

Why Choose IRTC for Industrial Refrigeration Training?

IRTC’s approach to industrial refrigeration training is immersive, practical, and aligned with real industry needs. As one of the few programs uniquely specialized in both CO₂ and ammonia refrigeration, IRTC equips students with hands-on knowledge that’s directly tied to today’s most effective, sustainable, and critical industrial cooling systems. Our instructors actively design and build these systems, ensuring the training is as practical as it is relevant.

Ready to get certified and build field-ready confidence?

If you’re looking to train your team, or yourself, in both the general mechanics of refrigeration and the critical safety practices around ammonia, this combo course delivers for sure.

Check out our upcoming class dates HERE and register now