What is a Type I technician?

A Type I technician is specifically certified to handle small appliances that contain refrigerants. This certification focuses on technicians who service and maintain equipment such as refrigerators, window air conditioning units, and other appliances that fall under the category of small appliances. The training for Type I certification emphasizes understanding the safe handling of refrigerants, leak repair procedures, and recovery methods specific to smaller systems.

This distinction is crucial because the regulatory framework under the EPA provides different certification levels to ensure that technicians possess the appropriate skill set and knowledge needed for their specific area of work when interacting with refrigerants. The other certification types, such as those that deal with larger commercial systems, require additional training and knowledge that goes beyond the scope of what is covered in Type I certification.