September 2009: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

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• Handling Refrigerants (2078) as an interim certificate - changes to legislation

Handling Refrigerants (2078) as an interim certificate - changes to legislation

We have been asked by F-Gas support to clarify the status of the Handling Refrigerants (2078) as an interim qualification under the new F-Gas legislation. 

F-Gas Support have stressed that the 2078 qualification will not be valid as an interim qualification if achieved after 9 March 2009 (for existing engineers) or after 4 March 2009 for new entrants to the industry.  Achieved 2078's before these dates would be counted as an interim certificate under the legislation.

If you need clarification on this issue please contact F-Gas Support who can provide further detailed guidance on the suitability of interim qualifications and the legislation in general.  Please note City & Guilds cannot provide support or guidance relating to the F-Gas legislation.  F-Gas support can be contacted by email at: fgas-support@enviros.com