Permitting of Refrigerant Handlers - Residential & Commercial HVAC Systems - Certification and Permit Conditions

Oct 4, 2026

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Certification and permitting conditions for individuals authorized to handle refrigerants in Bermuda’s residential and commercial HVAC systems. The process is administered by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and authorized under the Clean Air Act 1991, with related Rules and Regulations. Applicants must read and sign the conditions, provide identification and work access information, and complete required training/assessment aligned with US EPA Section 608, including equivalencies. A 5-year permit is issued for $220, with obligations against venting refrigerants and expectations for maintaining qualifications and compliance with the Montreal Protocol and updates.

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CategoryHealthcare

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Pages6

Reading Time15 min

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Background

Overview of Objectives

Applicability

Permitting Requirements and Prohibitions

GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDA Ministry of Home Affairs Department of Environment and Natural Resources Pollution Control Section Permitting of Refrigerant Handlers Residential & Commercial HVAC Systems This is to certify that I have read and understood the following 6-pages of conditions for a permit for an individual to handle refrigerants. This permitting process is authorised by the Environmental Authority and administered by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources under the 'Permissions'requirements of the Clean Air Act 1991, Rules 1993 and Regulations 1993. By signing this document I agree to operate ina manner that is consistent with these requirements and the conditions stated herein. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: | Name: | | Company: | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Email: | | Mailing
Address: | | | Tel: | | Cell: | | | I Have Access to a Refrigerant Recovery Unit for all HVAC Jobs and I Use it to Recover All Refrigerant in Accordance with this Permit: | | | YES / NO: | | Signature: | | Date: | | | Permit
No.\#: | C | | | Background A worldwide effort is underway to control the amount and type of synthetic refrigerants that reach the atmosphere. Bermuda has obligations under the Montreal protocol 1987 to manage and report the import, usage and disposal of Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS, i.e. Refrigerants) . Training by Bermuda College with a permit and conditions issued by Bermuda Government is necessary to manage the usage and disposal of refrigerants. Overview of Objectives This certification process for refrigerant handlers is mandated for all individuals who handle or manage refrigerants in domestic and commerical HVAC systems. This 'permission' under the Clean Air Rules 1993 to handle Controlled Chemicals, specifically ODS as listed in the Clean Air Regulations 1993 , Oct 2021 Botanical Gardens, 169 South Road, Paget DV 04, Bermuda P.O. Box HM 834, Hamilton HM CX, Bermuda Phone: (441) 236-4201 82035. 8488 Chemical Permits [www. gov.bm](www. gov.bm Email:)[ Email:](www. gov.bm Email:) [PollutionControl@gov.bm](PollutionControl@gov.bm) Page 1 of 6 requires personnel to pass a course and/or assessment to US EPA Section 608 of the US Clean Air Act 1990 at Bermuda College for HVAC systems in residential or commercial premises. Equivalent qualifications will also be accepted such as City and Guilds Certificate in Handling Refrigerants Scheme 2078 or 2079-11 or 2079-12 . These qualifications will be used by Bermuda College to determine whether the person meets the requirements of being classed as a 'Certified Technician' in the HVAC industry. Bermuda College will determine the equivalency of any alternative HVAC qualifications to the standard set forth in US EPA Section 608. Once this assessment at Bermuda College is complete the individual can obtain a 'Permission,' or Permit, from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to allow such ODS Controlled Chemicals to be handled. The duration of the Permit is for a 5 year period which is in line with the duration of the assessment period under US EPA and Bermuda College. The cost of the Permit is $220 per 5-year period. Check the Bermuda Government Fees Regulations for updates to the fee. Maintaining the 5-year US EPA 608 qualification is encouraged by DENR but isnot necessary if the person has worked continuously in the HVAC industry and has attended at least one meeting at Bermuda College over each 5 year period to be informed of changes to legislation and updates to international best practice. However, the Government 5-year Permit will need to be kept current with the above conditions being met. It shall be noted that under the Clean Air Regulations 1993 (Section 5) it is unlawful for any person to vent refrigerants of any type to the atmosphere except under, and in accordance with, a valid permission issued to him by the Authority for this purpose. This refrigerant handling permit addresses the en

FAQs

Who must obtain a refrigerant handler permit in Bermuda?

Individuals who install, service, and maintain residential and commercial HVAC systems, or purchase and import bulk refrigerant gases in cylinders, must obtain a permit.

Who is exempt from needing a refrigerant handlers permit?

Engineers or mechanics dealing with vehicle-based air conditioning refrigerants, and activities involving self-contained non-split window HVAC units that require no refrigerant filling do not require a permit.

How long is the permit valid and what is the cost?

The permit is valid for a 5-year period and costs $220 per 5-year period, subject to fee updates in the Bermuda Government Fees Regulations.

Oct 4, 2026

Uploaded by Callum