- (a) All licensed refrigeration contractors and technicians as defined in 40 CFR 82.161 who handle refrigerants as stated in the Act and regulations must be certified by an EPA-Approved Technician's Certification Program effective November 14, 1994.
- (b) The State Board of Refrigeration Examiners shall issue a license or certification to contractors and technicians who can document successful completion of an EPA-Approved Course and Examination.
History Note: Authority G.S. 87-52; 87-54; 87-58; 42 U.S.C. 7671g(a); 40 C.F.R. 82.161;
Eff. February 1, 1994;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 19, 2015.