Phosphates: Limited Ammonia Leak During Maintenance Work at Industrial Complex in Aqaba
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The Jordan Phosphate Mines Company confirmed that there was no leakage from the ammonia tanks at the industrial complex in Aqaba, explaining that what happened was a minor leak of a limited amount of ammonia gas during maintenance work to remove an old ammonia compressor belonging to one of the companies consuming ammonia. It was controlled in record time by the complex's staff who handled the incident with high professionalism.
The company explained that the incident resulted in 11 workers suffering minor injuries due to inhaling the gas, for which they received the necessary medical treatment and care. Some of them left the hospital, while others remained under medical observation to ensure their health condition.
The company praised the rapid response of the Civil Defense, the Environment Commission of the Aqaba Economic Zone Authority, all relevant authorities and agencies in Aqaba Governorate, and the industrial complex staff for dealing with the incident with professionalism and a high sense of responsibility.
The company also emphasized its constant concern for the safety of its employees and its commitment to general safety procedures, taking all necessary measures to maintain a safe working environment.
