Certification And Safety Archives - HVACTA https://hvacta.com/category/certification-and-safety/ Heating Ventilation Air Condition Technical Academy Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:19:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 179589442 HVACTA: Journeys begin in January https://hvacta.com/hvac-journeys-begin-with-hvac-technical-academy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvac-journeys-begin-with-hvac-technical-academy Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:19:26 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=245317 Heard it say journeys all begin with one step… and then another… and so the steps go on and on. When it comes to entering one of the most in-demand careers, HVAC, for many, the first step begins at HVAC Technical Academy… when researching why, it’s pretty clear.

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Heard it say journeys all begin with one step… and then another… and so the steps go on and on. When it comes to entering one of the most in-demand careers, HVAC, for many, the first step begins at HVAC Technical Academy… when researching why, it’s pretty clear.

HVAC Journeys begin with HVAC Technical Academy

And the winner is...

And the winner is…

As mentioned recently, the demand for HVAC technicians is outpacing just about all other industries. In Florida, the need for qualified HVAC Service Technicians is projected to increase 13% to 15%. In other words, no better time than NOW to get on YOUR HVAC journey leading to personal and professional success… and in less than two months!

HVAC Technical Academy is in Sanford, Florida. Our 6-week (210 hours) workshop focuses on an aggressive hands-on teaching style where YOU perform full system swaps, component diagnostic replacements, part analysis, vacuum, recovery, duct/plenum build, brazing, preventive maintenances, and much more. Professional tools are also part of this program… upon completion you will be equipped and prepared to get the job done while the Universal 608 Certification prep and taking as well as OSHA 10 General Industry are inclusive.

Serious about working in the HVAC Industry, partnering with HVAC Technical Academy is the right choice.

It is going to be a great six weeks! Wish you were here…

Interested in getting into the HVAC industry in less than two months, consider HVAC Technical Academy.

Danny

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HVACTA: New System Installation – Getting Close https://hvacta.com/hvacta-new-system-installation-getting-close/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvacta-new-system-installation-getting-close Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:13:51 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=245127 Photos displayed are all action from today… so you get an inside depiction of what HVACTA does and expects. So far, only a couple minor cuts (but those are to be expected) while ALL are well on their way to a new career.

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Allowing challenges, hands-on learning, and frustration to ride shotgun, the group is progressing nicely. All three systems are scheduled to be up and operating before end of Tuesday… and you know what that means? You guessed it, plenum, distribution boxes, flex, and registers will be next in line… how exciting this is becoming!

HVACTA: New System Installation – Getting Close

HVACTA: New System Installation – Getting Close

HVACTA: New System Installation – Getting Close

Though there were a couple re-do’s over the past couple days, striving for excellence will never be marginalized. After all, if our group was installing at your place, perfection is what you would expect also.

Photos displayed are all action from today… so you get an inside depiction of what HVACTA does and expects. So far, only a couple minor cuts (but those are to be expected) while ALL are well on their way to a new career.

Later on today, Wednesday, the group will be partnering hard work with pizza from Humgry Howie’s. Will let you know how that goes. Until then, remain groovy and keep sharing, commenting, and checking us out.

HVACTA is dedicated to building YOUR HVAC knowledge, skills, and abilities, all in six weeks. For those looking for a new career, consider HVAC Technical Academy.

Danny

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HVACTA: New System Installation Day 2 https://hvacta.com/hvacta-new-system-installation-day-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvacta-new-system-installation-day-2 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:39:55 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=245115 Working diligently on getting their new system up and running, all remain committed to supplying comfort for our Mrs. Smith. Time to check in on their progress…

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Working diligently on getting their new system up and running, all remain committed to supplying comfort for our Mrs. Smith. Time to check in on their progress…

HVACTA: New System Installation Day 2

HVACTA: New System Installation Day 2

HVACTA: New System Installation Day 2

Second day is another day of progress through frustration, challenge, and opportunity. Our philosophy being without struggle, there is no growth. Throughout the day, many became frustrated but ALL progressed… and that is what we are all about.

Keep in on this journey as the group builds, tests, troubleshoots, and performs preventive maintenances on the system they are installing… it’s gonna rock!

For those interested in a challenging and rewarding career move, HVAC may be the perfect lifelong journey where every day you get to become a hero.

HVACTA is dedicated to building YOUR HVAC knowledge, skills, and abilities, all in six weeks. For those looking for a new career, consider HVAC Technical Academy.

Danny

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HACTA: Celebration Time https://hvacta.com/hacta-celebration-time-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hacta-celebration-time-2 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:24:14 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244907 Achievements are always a great opportunity to bring family, friends, and peers nearby for recognition and celebration… each step forward is a success.

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Achievements are always a great opportunity to bring family, friends, and peers nearby for recognition and celebration… each step forward is a success.

This past Friday evening many gathered to celebrate the completion of our six-week HVAC workshop. If you followed our posts and progress over the past six weeks, no doubt you recognize the hard work and dedication everyone put in.

HACTA: Celebration Time

Time to Celebrate

Time to Celebrate

We experienced another standing room only event. And don’t forget the provided refreshments purchased from Publix… overall, an awesome way to celebrate their professional progression.

On this note, we owe a great deal of respect and gratitude for the following organizations who help make this possible:

* Tropical Air of Central Florida
* Kalos Services Inc.
* TruTech Tools
* CareerSource of Central Florida

For those who attended, thank you for showing support and simply being there. Your presence means a great deal!

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HVACTA: Universal 608 Certification Exam Time https://hvacta.com/universal-608-certification-exam-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=universal-608-certification-exam-time Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:44:39 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244901 For those no quite in the loop, here’s what the EPA Universal 608 covers:

Requirement: It is mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act for anyone handling refrigerants.

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After six weeks of hard work, dedication, and commitment, yesterday we completed the Universal 608 Certification Exam.

HVACTA: Universal 608 Certification Exam Time

HVACTA: Universal 608 Certification Exam Time

For those no quite in the loop, here’s what the EPA Universal 608 covers:

Requirement: It is mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act for anyone handling refrigerants.
Comprehensive coverage: Unlike the Type I, II, or III certifications, the Universal certification allows a technician to work on all types of appliances, from small appliances like window units to high-pressure commercial and industrial systems.
Scope: It covers service, repair, maintenance, and disposal of equipment with refrigerants, ensuring proper handling to protect the environment.

The level of dedication to HVAC was quite impressive as most participants had perfect attendance and was always into the process. With confidence, each possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required… no doubt success will follow each along their personal and professional path.

Tonight we celebrate!

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HACTA and Loving It https://hvacta.com/hacta-and-loving-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hacta-and-loving-it Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:14:11 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244645 When it comes to knowledge, skills, and abilities, HVAC service technicians do it all. We are talking about plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and air conditioning / heating, there’s no other industry like it. With so much to learn, our principle is straight forward: learn by doing.

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Truth is, either you love HVAC or you don’t. For those who enjoy working outside (oftentimes in the most challenging weather conditions), doing something different every day, identifying problems and then resolving problems, HVAC may be your career choice.

HACTA and Loving It

HACTA and Loving It

HACTA and Loving It

When it comes to knowledge, skills, and abilities, HVAC service technicians do it all. We are talking about plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and air conditioning / heating, there’s no other industry like it. With so much to learn, our principle is straight forward: learn by doing.

Looking forward to being part of this journey. For those interested in HVAC as a career, give me a call.

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HVACTA: CFM Swap https://hvacta.com/cfm-swap/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cfm-swap Sat, 20 Sep 2025 14:38:41 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244315 Interested in HVAC, our learn by doing approach may be the right method for you.

If you enjoy daily challenges, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you and HVAC Technical can help you get there quickly, we are talking six weeks.

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Nothing like spending an afternoon working on condenser fan motors… today all were tasked to perform full cfm replacements, check capacitors and ancillary components.

HVACTA: CFM Swap

Caught in the act

Caught in the act

Interested in HVAC, our learn by doing approach may be the right method for you.

If you enjoy daily challenges, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you and HVAC Technical can help you get there quickly, we are talking six weeks.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
DHuffman@HVACTA.com
Sanford, Florida

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HVACTA: Boo Boo’s Happen https://hvacta.com/hvacta-boo-boos-happen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvacta-boo-boos-happen Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:24:09 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244146 Being in the HVAC industry is not always for the lighthearted. Getting cuts and bruises are part of the game, thus PPE is always stressed.

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HVACTA: Boo Boo’s HappenBeing in the HVAC industry is not always for the lighthearted. Getting cuts and bruises are part of the game, thus PPE is always stressed.

HVACTA: Boo Boo’s Happen

Yesterday we experienced a medical emergency. The enclosed photo showcases what can happen if one is not careful and not wearing appropriate gear.

For those looking for an exciting career, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you. To note, proper PPE is always recommended.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
DHuffman@HVACTA.com
Sanford, Florida

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HVACTA: My First Braze https://hvacta.com/hvacta-my-first-braze/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvacta-my-first-braze Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:13:10 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244118 Take a look at the photos showcasing each participant first braze job. Come to think of it, “my first braze” has a rather nice tune. Don’t you think? Looking forward to their progression, keep checking us out, comment, and share.

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HVACTA: My First BrazeToday we introduced brazing techniques to a group of first timers. Each had their way with multiple copper cuts and connections… oh such a journey!

HVACTA: My First Braze

Take a look at the photos showcasing each participant first braze job. Come to think of it, “my first braze” has a rather nice tune. Don’t you think? Looking forward to their progression, keep checking us out, comment, and share.

If you enjoy daily challenges, working with your hands, and never a dull moment, the HVAC industry may be a good fit for you and HVAC Technical can help you get there quick, we are talking six weeks.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
DHuffman@HVACTA.com
Sanford, Florida

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HACTA: Ladder Safety https://hvacta.com/hvacta-ladder-safety/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hvacta-ladder-safety Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:02:39 +0000 https://hvacta.com/?p=244101 In 2023, The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reported 500,000 people were treated for ladder related injuries, with 300 of these incidents proving fatal.

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HACTA: Ladder SafetyWhether you’re standing on the second rung of an A-frame ladder or near the top of an extension ladder, you face potential fall hazards that may result in severe injury or death.

HACTA: Ladder Safety

Falls are a leading cause of injuries in the HVAC industry, according to Electrical Contractor Magazine.

In 2023, The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reported 500,000 people were treated for ladder related injuries, with 300 of these incidents proving fatal. Numbers are not just statistics, they represent the lives and livelihoods of people affected by preventable accidents.

Dedicated to your HVAC learning experience, HVACTA centers ALL activities around safety.

Remember one small step can lead to a life-changing injury… please be careful.

Danny
407-878-0474
2nd Chance University
HVAC Technical Academy
Certifications and Safety
DHuffman@HVACTA.com
Sanford, Florida

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