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The maximum number of pieces of equipment permitted to be stored
together will be determined by local regulations.
6. Information Servicing
Prior to beginning work on systems containing ammable refrigerants,
safety checks are necessary to ensure that the risk of ignition is
minimised. For repair to the refrigerating system, the following
precautions shall be complied with prior to conducting work on the
system.
Works shall be undertaken under a controlled procedure so as to
minimise the risk of a ammable gas or vapour being present while the
work is being performed.
All maintenance sta and others working in the local area shall be
instructed on the nature of work being carried out. Work in conned
spaces shall be avoided. The area around the work space shall be
sectioned o. Ensure that the conditions within the area have been
made safe by control of ammable material.
The area shall be checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector
prior to and during work, to ensure the technician is aware of
potentially ammable atmospheres. Ensure that the leak detection
equipment being used is suitable for use with ammable refrigerants,
i.e. no sparking, adequately sealed or intrinsically safe.
If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equipment or
any associated parts, appropriate re extinguishing equipment shall be
available on hand. Have a dry power or CO2 re extinguisher next to
the charging area.
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