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1 Section 608 Certification Overview Free Online FlashCards

Study 1 Section 608 Certification Overview with 12 free online flashcards. Review key terms, definitions, and concepts with this interactive flashcard deck.

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01
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When does Section 608 require technician certification?

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Certification is required for technicians who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of covered refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment in ways that could release refrigerant.

02
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Who issues Section 608 credentials?

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An EPA-approved certifying organization issues the credential; EPA does not issue it directly.

03
Front

Do Section 608 credentials expire?

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Section 608 credentials do not expire.

04
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What equipment does Type I certification cover?

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Type I covers small appliances, such as household refrigerators and freezers.

05
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What equipment does Type II certification cover?

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Type II covers high- or very-high-pressure appliances, excluding small appliances and motor vehicle air conditioners.

06
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What equipment does Type III certification cover?

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Type III covers low-pressure appliances, such as many chillers.

07
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Which equipment categories does Universal certification cover?

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Universal certification covers small appliances, high-pressure appliances, and low-pressure appliances.

08
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Which section generally covers motor vehicle air conditioners?

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Motor vehicle air conditioners are generally covered under Section 609 rather than Section 608.

09
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How many questions are on a type-specific Section 608 exam?

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A Type I, II, or III exam has 25 Core questions and 25 questions for that equipment type, for 50 total.

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How many questions are on the Universal exam?

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A Universal exam has 25 Core questions and 25 questions for each of Types I, II, and III, for 100 total.

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Front

What does the Section 608 Core exam cover?

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The Core covers refrigerant environmental impacts, laws and regulations, and general refrigerant-handling knowledge.

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Front

What kinds of topics appear in equipment-specific exam sections?

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Type sections address equipment-specific topics such as leak detection, recovery, safety, shipping, disposal, and relevant service practices.