HVAC - A2L Refrigerant Certification
PTAA - Restore Pro Maintenance Training Center
7021 Albert Pick Road Suite DGreensboro, NC 27409
Event Details
The phasedown of HFC refrigerants began on January 1, 2022. As a result, the HVACR industry is transitioning from equipment using R-410A, to equipment using Low GWP Refrigerants such as R-32 and R-454B. These refrigerants include A2Ls (slightly flammable), and A3s (flammable).
Refrigerant Safety
Introduction to Low GWP refrigerants
Refrigerant properties and characteristics
The refrigeration cycle
Working with refrigerant blends
Proper installation and service guidelines
Flammable refrigerant considerations
Explanation of the associated codes and standards for A2L refrigerants
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Instructed by John Riggs
John started his career in the apartment industry in 1975. He has been a certified instructor for the National Apartment Association (NAA) since 2009.
In 2001, John started with a newly developed multi-family management company as a service technician and was later promoted to Service Manager in 2002. John was promoted to Senior Service Manager in 2012. John was Service Manager of the year in 2006 and received the Positive Impact Award in 2010. John currently serves on the Education Committee with the Wilmington Apartment Association and was awarded the Larry Cranford for Education Excellence in 2013 and 2022. John has been a key mentor to service personnel since 2011. He teaches maintenance related classes for Piedmont Triad Apartment Association (PTAA), Wilmington Apartment Association (WAA), Triangle Apartment Association (TAA) and Greater Charlotte Apartment Association (GCAA). He co-authored HVAC Best Practices for local apartment associations. John has a degree in Horticulture from NC State University. John is a Proctor for ESCO and teaches EPA 608 Certification classes.
John’s certifications include: NSPF Certified Pool Operator, (CAMT) Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician, Certified Storm Water BMP Inspections & Maintenance, EPA Universal and R-410A.
He is a certified R-410A Instructor and a Certified Appliance Technician (CAP) for Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire and General Electric.
John resides in Richlands, NC and his hobbies include boating, fishing, and playing musical instruments.