Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Handling (City & Guilds 6187)
MCFT Training Academy delivers accredited Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Handling training in Reading, Berkshire, following the City & Guilds 6187 standard. This course is essential for engineers and technicians working with hydrocarbon refrigerants, ensuring safety, compliance, and industry-recognised certification.
Course Overview
Who Should Attend?
Refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump engineers
Technicians and contractors servicing or maintaining systems with hydrocarbon refrigerants (e.g., isobutane, propane)
Maintenance teams in supermarkets, FM, and specialist refrigeration companies
Course Focus:
Safe working practices with flammable hydrocarbon refrigerants
Risk assessment and control measures
Practical techniques for charging, servicing, recovery, and leak detection
What You’ll Learn
Properties of Hydrocarbons: Understanding flammability, storage, and handling requirements
Risk Assessment: Identifying hazards and implementing safety controls
Safe Handling & Servicing: Practical skills for charging, recovery, and leak detection in hydrocarbon systems
Fire & Explosion Prevention: Best practices for preventing incidents and ensuring compliance
Legal & Environmental Responsibilities: Meeting current UK regulations and industry standards
Course Structure & Assessment
Duration: 1 day (training & assessment)
Includes classroom instruction, hands-on practical training, and formal assessment
Certification
Upon successful completion, candidates receive the City & Guilds 6187 Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Handling Certificate—demonstrating competence and compliance for working with hydrocarbon refrigerants in the UK.
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