Refrigerant Release and Accident Reporting

Must a refrigerant release be reported in writing to DSPS within 24 hours?

See SPS 345.33, Reporting of Accidents. If a mechanical refrigeration system component fails and causes injuries to any person that require more than first aid treatment, the owner or user shall report the facts involved to the department within the following 24 hours. The owner or user may not remove or disturb the mechanical refrigeration system or any of its components nor permit any such removal or disturbance prior to receiving authorization from the authorized agent or the department, except for the purpose of saving human life or preventing property damage.

Submit the accident report on DSPS Form SBD-10787-E, Accident Report for Pressure Vessels.