Federal Requirement. Professional Standard.

Section 608 Technician Certification

Understand who needs EPA Section 608 certification and how the process works.

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Do I Need EPA 608 Certification?

Technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of equipment containing regulated refrigerants may need Section 608 certification.

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Pass an Approved Examination

Certification is earned by passing the required exam sections under the testing procedures of an approved certifying program.

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Keep Your Certification Record

After certification, technicians should retain their certification information for employers, distributors, and future verification.

Federal Reference

Section 608 of the Clean Air Act and 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F establish federal requirements related to refrigerant handling and technician certification. View the regulation ↗