Recovery and recycling machines made on or after November 15, 1993, must be certified by whom?

Section 608 regulations · EPA 608 Core. The correct answer, and the reasoning behind it.

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The question

Recovery and recycling machines made on or after November 15, 1993, must be certified by whom?

• AAn EPA-approved equipment testing organizationCorrect answer
• BThe technician's employer
• CThe refrigerant manufacturer
• DThe state licensing board

Why “An EPA-approved equipment testing organization” is correct

Under 40 CFR 82.158(d), manufacturers and importers must have recovery and recycling equipment certified by an approved equipment testing organization, an independent third party approved by EPA. Equipment made before November 15, 1993 is grandfathered if it meets the performance levels in the rule.

Source: 40 CFR 82.158(d)

Why the other answers are wrong

• The technician's employer — Employers do not certify equipment; independent testing organizations do.
• The refrigerant manufacturer — Refrigerant makers do not certify recovery machines.
• The state licensing board — State boards license contractors; EPA rules set equipment certification.

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