Working With Flammable Refrigerants
Working With Flammable Refrigerants
Working With Flammable Refrigerants
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Working with Flammable Refrigerants
This 90 minute online course from BESA Academy upskills qualified F-Gas engineers to safely handle flammable refrigerants. As environmental legislation drives the refrigeration and air conditioning sector towards lower global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, technicians are increasingly required to work with flammable refrigerants. This course ensures you understand the specific requirements and safety procedures for handling these substances.
What You Will Learn
This flammable refrigerants course covers:
- Properties and characteristics of flammable refrigerants including A2L and A3 classifications
- Legal requirements and regulations for working with flammable refrigerants
- Risk assessment and safety procedures for installation, servicing, and maintenance
- Safe handling techniques including leak detection, charging, and recovery procedures
- Equipment requirements and tools needed for working with flammable refrigerants
- Emergency procedures and fire safety measures
- Environmental considerations and the transition to lower GWP refrigerants
Who Should Take This Course?
This flammable refrigerants training is designed for qualified F-Gas engineers, refrigeration technicians, air conditioning engineers, and RAC contractors who hold F-Gas Category 1, 2, 3, or 4 qualifications and need to work with flammable refrigerants safely and legally.
Why Flammable Refrigerants Training Matters
Environmental legislation is driving the refrigeration and air conditioning sector towards lower GWP refrigerants to reduce climate impact. Many of these alternative refrigerants are flammable (A2L and A3 classifications), requiring additional safety knowledge and specific handling procedures. Engineers must understand these requirements to work safely, meet legal obligations, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry.
This course prepares you for upcoming legislative changes, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and provides the confidence to work safely with flammable refrigerants across all applications.
The Benefits Of Flammable Refrigerants Training
Completing this flammable refrigerants course delivers:
- Skills to work safely with A2L and A3 flammable refrigerants
- Understanding of legal requirements and safety regulations
- Confidence to handle, charge, and recover flammable refrigerants safely
- Knowledge of risk assessment and emergency procedures
- Competitive advantage ahead of upcoming legislative changes
- BESA certificate recognised by REFCOM demonstrating your competence
Course Format
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Format: 100% online, self-paced
Assessment: Knowledge check questions throughout and end of course assessment
Certificate: BESA certificate on successful completion, recognised by REFCOM
Cost: BESA Members £76 + VAT | REFCOM Members £76 + VAT | REFCOM Elite Members £61.75 + VAT | Standard £95 + VAT
Note: Cost includes one attempt at the test
Frequently Asked Questions
What are flammable refrigerants?
Flammable refrigerants are refrigerants classified as A2L (mildly flammable) or A3 (highly flammable) that require specific safety procedures and equipment for safe handling, installation, servicing, and maintenance.
How much does this course cost?
BESA Members and REFCOM Members receive 20% discount (£76 + VAT). REFCOM Elite Members receive 35% discount (£61.75 + VAT). Standard price is £95 + VAT. Cost includes one attempt at the test.
How long does the course take?
The course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete and is delivered entirely online at your own pace.
Who should take this course?
Qualified F-Gas engineers, refrigeration technicians, air conditioning engineers, and RAC contractors who hold F-Gas qualifications and need to work with flammable refrigerants.
Do I need F-Gas qualifications to take this course?
Yes. This course is designed for qualified F-Gas engineers who hold Category 1, 2, 3, or 4 F-Gas qualifications and want to upskill to work with flammable refrigerants.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. Knowledge check questions are included throughout the course and there is an end of course assessment.
What certificate will I receive?
On successful completion, you will receive a BESA certificate which is recognised by REFCOM, demonstrating your competence in working with flammable refrigerants.
Why do I need this training?
Environmental legislation is driving the use of lower GWP refrigerants, many of which are flammable. This training ensures you can work safely and legally with these refrigerants as the industry transitions to more environmentally friendly alternatives.
What topics are covered?
The course covers properties and characteristics of flammable refrigerants, legal requirements, risk assessment, safe handling techniques, equipment requirements, emergency procedures, and environmental considerations.
Will this keep me ahead of legislative changes?
Yes. This course prepares you for upcoming legislative changes that will increase the use of flammable refrigerants across the refrigeration and air conditioning sector.