Air Conditioning Refrigeration Regulations

EU regulations and directives, implementing Italy

Air Conditioning Refrigeration Regulations

This regulation is a crucial component in ensuring the safety, efficiency and sustainability of HVAC-R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) systems around the world. This guide has been designed to offer a complete overview of the regulations and directives that regulate the sector, with the aim of providing operators, engineers, installers and all those interested in air conditioning and refrigeration systems with a solid basis for understanding and comply with these provisions.

The HVAC-R industry is constantly evolving, driven by technological innovations and growing environmental awareness. Regulations have an essential role in ensuring that these developments are applied responsibly and safely. Covering a wide range of aspects, from refrigerant gas emissions to energy efficiency requirements, from workplace safety to design and installation standards, this guide has been created to be a reliable reference point.

The regulations

We will explore international, European and national regulations that have a significant impact on the HVAC-R industry. These regulations are created to promote environmental sustainability, reduce climate impact, ensure indoor air quality and protect the health and safety of operators and end users.

We understand that navigating the complex maze of regulations can be a challenge, but this guide is designed to simplify the process. We will provide clear and concise explanations of the key regulations and their implications, while also offering practical tips on how to comply and maintain high standards of quality and safety.

We are happy to accompany you on this journey through the world of air conditioning and refrigeration regulations. Knowing these regulations is essential to succeed in the industry and to contribute to a more sustainable and comfortable future

EU regulations and directives, implementing Italy

Regulation (EU) 517 / 2014
- Regulation (EU) 517/2014 FAQ from the European Commission
Reg. 2016/879
Reg. 2015/2068
Reg. 2015/2067
Reg. 2015/2065
Reg. 303/2008
Reg. 1005/2009 - Ozone-depleting substances
- FAQ Reg. 1005/2009 Ministry of the Environment
- D.Lgs 108 / 2013 - Discipline of sanctions relating to ODS
- DPR n. 147/2006 - control and recovery of leaks of substances harmful to the stratospheric ozone layer
Legislative Decree 163/2019 - sanctions decree (Discipline of sanctions for the violation of the provisions of Regulation (EU) No. 517/2014)
Presidential Decree 146/2018 "New F-Gas"
D.Lgs 163 / 2019 "Sanctions Decree"

Provisions concerning the installation of systems inside buildings

TU Environmental and related regulations

D.Lgs 152 / 2006
AHRI 700 - specifications for refrigerants
European Waste Catalog (CER)

Renewable energies, efficiency

Legislative Decree 28/2011 - Implementation of Directive 2009/28 / EC on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources
90 / 2013 law
Interministerial Decree 16 February 2016 - Thermal Account
- Attachment of the inter-ministerial decree of 16 February 2016
- The Thermal Account Mechanism (29 March 2017)
Legislative Decree 192/2005 - Implementation of Directive 2002/91 / EC relating to the energy performance of buildings
Vademecum Deductions 2017 ENEA
Decree 11 October 2017 - Minimum environmental criteria for the award of design services and works for the new construction, renovation and maintenance of public buildings - (on thermohygrometric comfort and ecological criteria for heat pumps)
- Decision of the EU Commission of 9 November 2007 "Which establishes the ecological criteria for the assignment of the Community ecological quality label to electric, gas or gas absorption heat pumps"

Presidential Decree 74/2013 (Regulation defining general criteria for operation, operation, control, maintenance and inspection of thermal systems for winter and summer air conditioning of buildings)

Toxic Gases and Safety

Royal Decree 09/01/1927 n. 147
D.Lgs 81 / 08
Guidelines for the prevention and control of legionellosis (PDF 1.62Mb)
PED
Fire regulations for flammable refrigerants
- CLP Regulation (March 2019)
- Consolidated Fire Prevention - TUPI - Decree of the Ministry of the Interior 3 August 2015 "Approval of technical fire prevention standards, pursuant to article 15 of legislative decree 8 March 2006, n. 139 "(RTO - Horizontal Technical Rule).
  It is specified that for the purposes of fire safety air conditioning, air conditioning and refrigeration systems must always be considered, in particular if they contain flammable refrigerants (2, 2L and 3), and that, according to the TUPI, for a correct FIRE FIGHTING STRATEGY (Chapter S.10 Safety of technological and service systems) if there is no RTV (Vertical Technical Rule, the specific decrees below), the applicable CEI and UNI standards apply.
- DM 10 March 2020 "Fire prevention provisions for air conditioning systems included in activities subject to fire prevention controls".
  - Circular no. 9833 July 22, 2020
I RTV decrees that specify the limitations to the installation of air conditioners and the related fields of application have been drawn up in a coordinated and updated form by the Provincial Command of the Fire Brigade of Ascoli or by recent updates of the law and can be downloaded for further information via the following links:

Surely the fire prevention legislation would need a further update but for installers and maintenance technicians it is advisable that, in addition to the requirements of UNI EN378, they also pay attention not to fall into the aforementioned cases in which the use of flammable refrigerants is prohibited.

Reference Technical Standards (summary)

EN 378
EN 13313
IEC 11-27
IEC 64-8

Various documents

REPORTING OF OFFENSES FOR SUBMISSION TO THE MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT for the purposes of applying art. 11, paragraph 2, Legislative Decree No. 26 of March 5, 2013
AREA Guide Version 1.0 April 2016 - Equipment for low (A2L) and high flammability (A3) refrigerants (PDF 2MB)
AREA, ASERCOM, EFCTC, EPEE Guide "Stop at R404A and R507"
National Fluorinated Gas Register
Intervention Communication Manual to the DPR 146/18 database
Sales Communication Manual FGas to the DPR 146/18 database
Equipment Sales Communication Manual to the DPR 146/18 database

Air Conditioning Refrigeration Regulations