Overview

The F-Gas & ODS Category 1 qualification is designed for engineers who install, commission, service, maintain or decommission refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems containing fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-Gases). Category 1 provides comprehensive competency for engineers who need to work with refrigerants across a wide range of RACHP equipment.

 

The course provides delegates with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to handle refrigerants safely, minimise emissions and carry out work in accordance with current environmental legislation and industry standards. Training covers refrigeration principles, refrigerant properties, environmental impact, system components, leak checking, pressure testing, evacuation, refrigerant recovery and charging.

 

Throughout the programme, delegates will develop practical experience using specialist refrigeration tools and equipment, including recovery machines, vacuum pumps, refrigerant gauges and leak detection equipment. Learners will also develop an understanding of safe refrigerant handling and the procedures required when installing, servicing and decommissioning refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems.

 

Successful completion of the Category 1 qualification demonstrates competency to undertake the broadest range of activities covered by personnel F-Gas certification, subject to applicable legislation and certification requirements.

 

Why Choose This Training?

 

✓ Gain a recognised Category 1 qualification for working with F-Gas refrigerants

✓ Develop practical refrigerant handling, recovery and charging skills

✓ Learn correct leak checking, pressure testing and evacuation procedures

✓ Build knowledge applicable to refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems

✓ Expand your opportunities within the growing RACHP and heat pump sectors

 

Career Benefits

 

Refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technologies are used extensively across domestic, commercial and industrial environments. Engineers with recognised refrigerant-handling competencies can access opportunities across HVAC, refrigeration, facilities management and low-carbon heating sectors.

Category 1 certification provides engineers with a broad level of F-Gas competency, making it particularly valuable for professionals who install and maintain air conditioning and heat pump equipment or who want to expand their existing heating and plumbing services into the RACHP sector.

F-Gas & ODS Category 1 — Refrigerants, Air Conditioning & Heat Pumps

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Level

Intermediate

Time to Complete:

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Certificate:

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Requirements

Delegates should have suitable mechanical, engineering or building services experience
Previous refrigeration or air conditioning knowledge is beneficial
Candidates must be able to undertake practical refrigeration activities safely
Suitable workwear and safety footwear should be worn during practical training
Required personal protective equipment must be used during practical activities
Delegates must attend all required training and assessment sessions
Learners must successfully complete the required theoretical assessment
Learners must successfully complete the required practical assessment
Candidates should bring photographic identification where requested
Existing qualifications or evidence of experience may be requested before enrolment

One-time for 1 person

Free

Overview

The F-Gas & ODS Category 1 qualification is designed for engineers who install, commission, service, maintain or decommission refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems containing fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-Gases). Category 1 provides comprehensive competency for engineers who need to work with refrigerants across a wide range of RACHP equipment.

 

The course provides delegates with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to handle refrigerants safely, minimise emissions and carry out work in accordance with current environmental legislation and industry standards. Training covers refrigeration principles, refrigerant properties, environmental impact, system components, leak checking, pressure testing, evacuation, refrigerant recovery and charging.

 

Throughout the programme, delegates will develop practical experience using specialist refrigeration tools and equipment, including recovery machines, vacuum pumps, refrigerant gauges and leak detection equipment. Learners will also develop an understanding of safe refrigerant handling and the procedures required when installing, servicing and decommissioning refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems.

 

Successful completion of the Category 1 qualification demonstrates competency to undertake the broadest range of activities covered by personnel F-Gas certification, subject to applicable legislation and certification requirements.

 

Why Choose This Training?

 

✓ Gain a recognised Category 1 qualification for working with F-Gas refrigerants

✓ Develop practical refrigerant handling, recovery and charging skills

✓ Learn correct leak checking, pressure testing and evacuation procedures

✓ Build knowledge applicable to refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump systems

✓ Expand your opportunities within the growing RACHP and heat pump sectors

 

Career Benefits

 

Refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technologies are used extensively across domestic, commercial and industrial environments. Engineers with recognised refrigerant-handling competencies can access opportunities across HVAC, refrigeration, facilities management and low-carbon heating sectors.

Category 1 certification provides engineers with a broad level of F-Gas competency, making it particularly valuable for professionals who install and maintain air conditioning and heat pump equipment or who want to expand their existing heating and plumbing services into the RACHP sector.

What You’ll Learn?

Principles of refrigeration and the vapour compression cycle
F-Gas and ODS environmental principles
Relevant refrigerant legislation and responsibilities
Properties and environmental impact of refrigerants
Identification of common refrigerant types
Safe handling and storage of refrigerants
Refrigeration and air conditioning system components
Heat pump operating principles
System pressure and temperature relationships
Safe use of refrigerant gauges and service equipment
Pressure testing procedures
System strength and tightness testing
Leak detection and leak checking procedures
System evacuation and dehydration
Refrigerant recovery procedures
Refrigerant charging procedures
Safe connection and disconnection of service equipment
Refrigerant cylinder handling
Record keeping and refrigerant documentation
Installation and commissioning principles
Service and maintenance procedures
Safe decommissioning of refrigerant-containing equipment
Reducing refrigerant emissions during service work
Practical preparation for Category 1 assessment

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