Ice Cold Consulting

Ice Cold Consulting Ammonia Refrigeration firm specializing in training, audits, compliance, and sustainability.

This photo is of a reciprocating compressor water-cooling loop. The water fill mechanism on the cooling tower had failed...
09/03/2026

This photo is of a reciprocating compressor water-cooling loop. The water fill mechanism on the cooling tower had failed, and parts were not immediately available. This facility instituted a temporary operating procedure (with a temporary MOC) to attach an alternate fill mechanism to ensure an adequate water supply to the loop. This is an example of innovation and problem-solving that arises for most of us on an occasional basis.

Have you seen an example of on-the-spot innovation recently? If so, we would love to hear about it in the comments!

The audit is complete. Now it’s time to move forward with confidence.A strong audit provides a clear path to action. You...
09/01/2026

The audit is complete. Now it’s time to move forward with confidence.

A strong audit provides a clear path to action. Your team can use the findings to prioritize improvements, assign ownership, document corrective actions, and strengthen the program from the inside out.

The goal is more than closing findings. It is building stronger systems, clearer documentation, and more effective processes that support long-term compliance and safety.

Ice Cold Consulting helps facilities turn audit findings into practical improvements and keep PSM/RMP programs moving forward with confidence.

📞 (844) 265-3737
📧 [email protected]
🌐 icecoldconsulting.com
Making ammonia easy.

Seen this before?Conditions like this tend to get your attention during a facility walkthrough—and what you see on the s...
08/26/2026

Seen this before?

Conditions like this tend to get your attention during a facility walkthrough—and what you see on the surface doesn’t always tell the whole story.

For those who have come across this in the field: what did it end up revealing?

Last-minute spots just opened up! ❄️If you’ve been thinking about strengthening your refrigeration fundamentals or prepa...
08/25/2026

Last-minute spots just opened up! ❄️

If you’ve been thinking about strengthening your refrigeration fundamentals or preparing for your RETA Operator 1 certification, this is your chance to join us.

Our two-part OP1 Prep Course with RETA Authorized Instructor Benny Phillips is coming up in Fife, WA:

📅 September 2 & 3
📅 September 9 & 10

Space is limited, so reach out soon if you’re interested in grabbing one of the newly available spots.

📧 Email [email protected] for more information or to register.

Your PSM/RMP program should reflect *your facility* —not simply a generic template with a new name at the top.Facility-s...
08/25/2026

Your PSM/RMP program should reflect *your facility* —not simply a generic template with a new name at the top.

Facility-specific documentation reflects the equipment you operate, the procedures your team follows, the responsibilities within your organization, and the changes that happen over time.

When the program matches what is actually happening in the field, it becomes more than a compliance requirement. It becomes a tool your team can actually use.

At Ice Cold Consulting, we help facilities build and maintain programs that make sense for the way they operate.

Making Ammonia Easy.

How many gauges like this have you walked past before? And the bigger question: how long has it been like that?Fogged, b...
08/18/2026

How many gauges like this have you walked past before? And the bigger question: how long has it been like that?

Fogged, broken, corroded, or unreadable gauges are something we see far too often in ammonia refrigeration systems. Over time, they can start to blend into the background—but they’re there for a reason.

Operators rely on pressure gauges to understand what the system is doing, identify abnormal conditions, and troubleshoot when something isn’t right. If a gauge can’t be read or trusted, that information is lost.

A damaged gauge may seem like a small issue, but replacing it promptly helps keep operators informed and the system better maintained.

Don’t let a broken gauge become the new normal.

A facility can tell you a lot before you ever open the compliance binder.Equipment condition, labeling, documentation, o...
08/17/2026

A facility can tell you a lot before you ever open the compliance binder.

Equipment condition, labeling, documentation, operator knowledge, and overall program ownership can all provide early insight into how an ammonia refrigeration program is being managed.
These details don’t tell the whole story—but they often show us where to start looking.

Ice Cold Consulting helps facilities identify gaps, strengthen compliance programs, and turn observations into clear next steps.

Visit www.icecoldconsulting.com to learn more.

Ice Cold Consulting - Making Ammonia Easy.

Have you seen this before? or something like it? What typically leads to situations like this, and how can we prevent si...
08/11/2026

Have you seen this before? or something like it?

What typically leads to situations like this, and how can we prevent similar events in the future?

Let us know in the comments below!

PSM/RMP compliance is a lot easier when you have a strategy for how to actively manage your program. This way, your prog...
08/10/2026

PSM/RMP compliance is a lot easier when you have a strategy for how to actively manage your program. This way, your program stays accurate, organized, and usable- and you don’t have to stress about it!

Here are a few practical ways to keep your PSM/RMP program under control:

- Start with a simple master tracker for all action items — PHAs, audits, MOCs, mechanical integrity findings, and training gaps. If it’s not in one place, it’s easy for things to get missed.

- Set recurring calendar reminders for key requirements like inspections, training renewals, and program reviews so nothing relies on memory.

- Close the loop on every action item by verifying the work was actually completed and saving the supporting documentation in a consistent location.

- Keep records organized as they are created instead of trying to rebuild history during audits. This includes training, inspections, MOCs, and maintenance records.

- Regularly compare your written program to what is actually happening in the field. Equipment, procedures, and operating conditions change — your documentation needs to reflect that.

A well-managed PSM program is maintained a little at a time, throughout the year.

Need help getting your program organized or staying ahead of compliance? Ice Cold Consulting is here to help make ammonia easy.

If you’ve ever felt nervous before taking the CARO or CIRO exam, you’re in good company.Many of the students we meet hav...
08/05/2026

If you’ve ever felt nervous before taking the CARO or CIRO exam, you’re in good company.

Many of the students we meet haven’t taken a certification exam in years. It’s completely normal to feel anxious, question whether you’ve studied enough, or wonder what to expect on test day.
One of the biggest things we encourage is to focus on understanding, not perfection.

Ask questions during class. Take time to connect the concepts to the equipment you work with every day. Trust the preparation you’ve put in, and remember that every experienced operator started somewhere.

Certification is an important milestone, and the knowledge and confidence you build along the way will continue to serve you long after the exam is over.

Whether you’re preparing for your first certification or your next one, we’re proud to be part of your learning journey.

📞 (844) 265-3737
📧 [email protected]
🌐 icecoldconsulting.com

Making ammonia easy.

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