Bermuda - Apply for Refrigerant Handler Permit

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:
Apply for the permit for the first time:

1. To be a registered refrigerant handler you will need to complete the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning course at Bermuda College:
   • This course is available on demand and can take 618 hours, depending on previous experience and qualifications.
   • Get in touch with the office by calling (441) 717-1040 to make arrangement to take the course.
2. You will need to take and pass the US EPA Section 608 test and the college will issue a pass slip.
3. Read and sign the Refrigerant Handling Permit Application. Note: A link is provided under 'Documents to Use' section, use the link to download the form.
4. Get a company-signed letter to confirm that the organization you are working for has a good working order recovery unit for every HVAC service vehicle.
5. Take your pass slip, signed permit application and company letter to the Licensing Office at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, located at the Botanical Gardens, 169 South Road, and Paget. NOTE: Bermuda College, your employer (if applicable) and the Ministry of Public Works Waste Management Section will be notified of your certification and of the expiry date.
6. The Refrigerant Handler Permit will be issued to you and your name will be added to the certified refrigerant handler database and posted online.

Renewal:

1. To those who have been working in the refrigeration and air conditioning business continuously for the past 5 years you are required to attend a 5-Year Update Meeting at the Bermuda College. The meeting will provide you updates in legislation and international best practices.If you have not been working in the refrigeration and air conditioning business continuously for the past 5 years you must take the US EPA Section 608 test again
2. After attending the meeting, you will be issued a letter to confirm your 5-Year Update Meeting attendance.
3. Get a company-signed letter to confirm the organization you are working for has a good working order recovery unit for every HVAC service vehicle
4. Read and sign the Refrigerant Handling Permit Application.
5. Bring your 5-year update letter, company letter and signed permit application to the Licensing Office at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, located at the Botanical Gardens, 169 South Road, Paget.

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Required Documents

• Complete application form
• Pass Slip
• Prove of the meeting attendance
• Company letter

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Environment and Natural Resources:
Pollution Control
P.O Box HM 834
Hamilton HM CX
Bermuda
(441) 236 4201

Eligibility

You require a permit if they undertake the following activities:

• Installation, Servicing, Maintenance of Residential and Commercial HVAC systems.
• Purchasing and importation of refrigerant gases in cylinders (Excludes vehicle refrigerant 1).

Fees

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Validity

• The permit is valid for 5 years and its subjected to renewals

Documents to Use

• Refrigerant Handling Permit Application:
  

Application

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Instructions

• The permitting process is authorized by the Environmental Authority and is administered by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

Required Information

• Name
• Company
• Contact details
• Signature
• Date
• Permit Number

Need for the Document

• Only registered refrigerant handlers are permitted to install, repair, and service air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

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External Links

• Government of Bermuda: Government of Bermuda

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