CFC EPA Regulations & Safety Compliance 3

Question 1

Which refrigerant was phased out of production in the United States for NEW equipment use on January 1, 2010, under the Montreal Protocol obligations?

Accepted Answer

R-22

Answer

R-22 (HCFC-22) was banned from use in new equipment manufactured after January 1, 2010, as part of the U.S. phase-out schedule under the Montreal Protocol.

Question 2

Under EPA regulations, who may purchase refrigerants in containers larger than 2 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Only Section 608-certified technicians or businesses employing them

Answer

EPA regulations restrict the sale of refrigerant in containers larger than 2 pounds to Section 608-certified technicians or companies that employ them.

Question 3

A technician is recovering refrigerant from a system with a 3-pound charge. Which EPA Section 608 exemption may apply?

Accepted Answer

No exemption — recovery is always required

Answer

There is no exemption from recovery requirements for systems with a 3-pound charge; all refrigerant-containing appliances (except truly small systems with under specific conditions) require recovery.

Question 4

Under the AIM Act (American Innovation and Manufacturing Act), the EPA is authorized to phase down which class of refrigerants?

Accepted Answer

HFCs

Answer

The AIM Act of 2020 authorizes the EPA to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) because they are potent greenhouse gases, even though they do not deplete the ozone layer.

Question 5

What is the EPA's definition of 'knowingly venting' a refrigerant, which is a violation of Section 608?

Accepted Answer

Intentionally releasing refrigerant during servicing, maintenance, or repair

Answer

Knowingly venting means the deliberate, intentional release of refrigerant during servicing, maintenance, or repair operations, which is prohibited under Section 608.

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CFC EPA Regulations & Safety Compliance 3