Flammable Refrigerant Course

About this course

This comprehensive course provides HVAC technicians and service professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills for safely working with new flammable refrigerants. As the industry transitions to more environmentally friendly refrigerants, many of which are flammable , technicians must understand the unique safety requirements, handling procedures, and installation techniques required for these systems. The course covers fundamental refrigeration principles, safety protocols, proper equipment usage, and regulatory compliance requirements specific to flammable refrigerants. Through detailed explanations, real-world examples, and safety case studies, participants will gain the confidence and expertise needed to work safely and effectively with these new refrigerant technologies. Learning ObjectivesUpon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:Technical Knowledge and TheoryExplain the fundamental principles of refrigeration, including superheating and subcooling concepts, as they apply to new refrigerant blends.Interpret pressure-temperature (PT) charts correctly, including understanding dewpoint and bubble point relationships for refrigerant blends.Identify the properties and characteristics of hydrogen-based and other flammable refrigerants currently used in the field.Safety and Regulatory ComplianceAnalyze Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and interpret hazardous material triangle symbols, numbers, and color codes for flammable refrigerants.Apply Department of Transportation requirements and regulations for handling and transporting flammable refrigerants.Implement proper safety precautions and mitigation strategies when working with flammable refrigerants in various environments.Calculate and apply lower flammability limits to ensure safe working conditions.Equipment and Tools</