Refrigerant Handling – Toolbox Talk
Refrigerants are essential to modern systems—but they can cause frostbite, respiratory failure, or hefty fines if handled improperly. This Refrigerant Handling Toolbox Talk trains your team to work safely with high-pressure refrigerants while staying compliant with environmental regulations. From oxygen displacement risks to proper recovery and leak detection, this session is built for certified techs and safety-conscious field teams.
Ideal for HVAC crews, refrigeration technicians, facility maintenance teams, and contractors working with AC or heat pump systems.
What’s Included:
3-page Toolbox Talk Kit:
1-page Topic Overview – covers frostbite, toxic gas exposure, venting laws, PPE, and certified handling requirements
1-page Supervisor Guide – includes demo ideas, inspection prompts, real-world questions, and CSA/environmental alignment
1-page Printable Sign-In Sheet – audit-ready for COR/SECOR, ISNetworld, and federal/provincial compliance tracking
Why It’s Different:
This isn’t just about leaks—it’s about high-risk pressure and environmental law:
Discussion starters like: “Are we compliant with storage and recovery rules?”
Demo ideas: cylinder inspection, SDS review, or mock recovery connection
Highlights $200,000+ fines for venting and dangers of common refrigerants like R-22 and R-410A
Optional QR links to Environment Canada refrigerant handling regulations
Perfect For:
HVAC and mechanical trades
Field techs servicing AC, refrigeration, or heat pump systems
Shops storing recovery cylinders or servicing pressurized units
Programs aligned with CSA, OH&S, and federal environmental regulations
File Type: Digital PDF
Delivery: Instant download after purchase
Format: Supervisor-led safety talk with discussion guide and audit sign-in
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