Continuing Education Requirements Flashcards

Which organization approves the programs that certify Section 608 technicians?

Answer: The U.S. EPA

EPA approves the certifying organizations that administer Section 608 exams.

A technician certified Type III wants to recover refrigerant from a household refrigerator. What must they do?

Answer: Pass the Type I section (with Core already passed)

Small appliances fall under Type I, which requires passing that exam section.

What is the minimum passing score for the Type I exam when taken in the open-book online format?

Answer: 84% (21 of 25)

The open-book Type I exam requires 21 of 25 correct, higher than the 70% for proctored sections.

Which practice best keeps a lifetime-certified technician compliant with current Section 608 rules?

Answer: Reviewing EPA updates and manufacturer training on new refrigerants periodically

Since no renewal exists, technicians must proactively follow EPA and industry updates.

Can a technician's EPA Section 608 certification be affected by violating refrigerant regulations?

Answer: Yes, enforcement can include penalties and actions against the technician

EPA enforcement can result in penalties and other actions for technicians who violate Section 608.

Under the 2016 rule, how long must certifying organizations or technicians retain most Section 608 service and leak repair records?

Answer: 3 years

Section 608 recordkeeping generally requires records be kept for three years.

Which description best fits voluntary industry credentials such as NATE taken after EPA certification?

Answer: Optional credentials that often require renewal and CE, separate from EPA 608

Industry certifications like NATE are voluntary and have their own renewal rules, separate from EPA requirements.