Industry certifications
Oregon requires individuals to have a CFC certificate to purchase, use, store and properly dispose of refrigerant as part of the Clean Air Act, and a Brazing certificate to work with commercial refrigerant.
CFC certification
PCC now provides the CFC exam to certify individuals. The classes are offered a couple of times each term. The price for the class and proctored exam is $75. Other testing sites are listed below.
What is the Clean Air Act?
Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act requires that all persons who maintain, service, repair, or dispose of appliances that contain regulated refrigerants be certified on proper refrigerant handling techniques as of November 14, 1994.
What is the cost?
It is our understanding that there is a charge for the manual (approximately $13) as well as a test charge (approximately $60). Note: Cost varies between the various locations.
Where can I get certified?
| Location | Contact |
|---|---|
| ORACCA Vancouver, WA |
Susan Stillwill: 360-834-3805 |
| PermaCold 3005 NE Argyle, Portland, OR |
Tom Kunis: 503-249-8190 |
| R.S.D. 740 S.E. Oak St, Portland, OR |
Yvonne Loos: 503-234-4334 |
| D.P.G., Inc. Clackamas, OR |
Dale Garcia: 503-464-7708 |
| R.S.E.S. Portland, OR |
Leo Mihm: 503-242-1929 |
| ESCO Institute | 1-800-726-9696 |
| Johnstone Supply | 503-598-7800 |
Brazing certification
Oregon requires individuals to have a Brazing certificate to work with commercial refrigerants (Oregon Administrative Rule 918-440-0015).
PCC does not provide the exam or certify individuals. The site provided is for your convenience.
What is the cost?
Please see the Education and Training on the ORACCA website. PCC students get member pricing.
Where can I get certified?
ORACCA
Vancouver, WA
Contact: Susan Stillwell
360-834-3805