EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act require that technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment that could release ozone depleting refrigerants into the atmosphere must be certified. Starting on January 1, 2018, this requirement will also apply to appliances containing most substitute refrigerants, including HFCs.

Technicians are required to pass an EPA-approved test to earn Section 608 Technician Certification. The tests are specific to the type of equipment the technician seeks to work on. Tests must be administered by an EPA-approved certifying organization. Section 608 Technician Certification credentials do not expire.

Learn more about Section 608 Technician Certification:

• Types of Technician Certification
• Technician Certification Test Topics
• Section 608 Technician Certification Programs
  • Formerly-certified Technician Certification Programs
• Replacing a Section 608 Technician Certification Card
• Resources for Stationary Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment Technicians
• Technician Trade Groups