RETA CARO Review / Ammonia Operator 1 Training | Iowa

Classroom Knowledge. Real-World Engine Room Experience.

ARTS recently wrapped up an Ammonia Operator 1 (NH₃ / R-717) training class in Iowa, bringing together operators, technicians, and safety-focused professionals for an intensive mix of classroom instruction and hands-on field training.

This class wasn’t just about slides and theory. Students spent time inside active ammonia refrigeration systems, working through real equipment, real scenarios, and real questions that operators face every day. Thank you for investing in your teams and allowing ARTS to be a part of it. To get a quote for us to come onsite and provide a private training course see this link. To see our current schedule see this link.

What This Class Covered

Our Iowa Operator 1 course focused on building a strong foundation for safe and confident ammonia system operation, including:

Fundamentals of ammonia refrigeration (R-717)
System components and how they work together
Compressor packages, vessels, valves, and piping
Reading P&IDs and understanding system flow
Operator responsibilities and best practices
Safety awareness, PPE, and situational recognition
Preparing operators for RETA Operator / CARO-level thinking
And much more!

Hands-On Matters

One of the biggest values of ARTS training is getting out of the classroom and into the engine room. During this Iowa class, students:

Walked live ammonia systems with instructors
Identified equipment and discussed operational intent
Asked real-world “why” questions operators deal with on shift
Connected book knowledge to what they see in the field

This approach helps operators retain information, build confidence, and operate safer when they return to their facilities.

Built for Operators

Whether you’re new to ammonia or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, Operator 1 training is designed to meet you where you’re at. This Iowa group brought strong engagement, great questions, and a clear commitment to learning how to do this work the right way.

Thank You, Iowa

A big thank you to the host facility and all the operators who invested their time in training. Classes like this are how we continue to raise the bar for ammonia refrigeration safety, professionalism, and operational excellence.

If you’re interested in hosting an Operator 1 class or attending an upcoming session, reach out to ARTS – Ammonia Refrigeration Training Solutions.

Keep it in the pipes. Stay safe.