How long does an EPA Section 608 technician certification remain valid?
a.One year, then it must be renewed
b.It never expires once earned
c.Five years, matching the cylinder test cycle
d.Ten years
Explanation
A Section 608 technician certification does not expire; once earned it is valid for the life of the technician. There is no annual, five-year, or ten-year renewal requirement. The five-year figure in one option refers to cylinder hydrostatic testing, which is a separate rule.
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