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Renew your RLNZ license by learning current information for A1 and A2/A2L refrigerants and passing a practical assessment using current materials and fit for purpose technology.
THE SOURCE OF ALL HVAC&R INDUSTRY TRAINING
During Covid, RLNZ refreshed their courses in order to be fit for purpose with current technology in A1 and A2/A2L refrigerants and be ready for the release of A3 refrigerants into New Zealand.
People filling containers with gases under pressure, including cylinders, aerosols, and non-refillable containers must be trained and hold an Approved Filler compliance certificate. An Approved Filler compliance certificate must be issued by a compliance certifier.
Renew your RLNZ license by learning current information for A1 and A2/A2L refrigerants and passing a practical assessment using current materials and fit for purpose technology.
Please register here:
A1 Approved Filler for non-flammable refrigerants, with A1 practical assessment
or
A2/A2L Approved Filler for flammable refrigerants, with A2 practical assessment
Approved filler compliance certificates need to be renewed at least every five (5) years.
• Continuing and ongoing improvements in technology and courses
• Consultation with WorkSafe and requirements for Approved Filler
• A1 Approved Filler for non-flammable refrigerants
• A2/A2L Approved Filler for flammable refrigerants
• Practical assessment of your skills
References
Environmental Protection Authority. Guide to Gas Cylinders The Institute of Refrigeration Heating & Air Conditioning Engineers of New Zealand, Inc. Australia and New Zealand Refrigerant Handling Code of Practice 2007 – Parts 1 and 2. Available from www.irhace.org.nz;
The Institute of Refrigeration Heating & Air Conditioning Engineers of New Zealand, Inc. and Climate Control Companies Association New Zealand. Code of Practice for the reduction of emissions of fluorocarbon refrigerants in refrigeration and air conditioning application 2001. Available from www.irhace.org.nz;
Material safety data sheets (for refrigerants). Available from refrigerant suppliers and must be available on the work site.
Worksafe Approved Fillers https://www.worksafe.govt.nz/topic-and-industry/hazardous-substances/certification-authorisation-approvals-and-licensing/certification-of-people/approved-fillers/