GOTAFE has created an accredited skill set in refrigeration and air conditioning, focused on the transition to CO2 natural refrigerants in collaboration with the industry.
About the initiative
Following the trend towards natural refrigerants such as CO2, there is a need to enhance the related capabilities of workforces in the retail, commercial and industrial sectors.
GOTAFE has created an accredited specialised skill set focused on the transition to CO2 natural refrigerants, aiming to provide the skill set needed to succeed in roles that involve managing, supervising or working in proximity to CO2 refrigerant equipment.
The skill set was developed in partnership with CA GROUP SERVICES (a refrigeration specialist in the North Central Victoria region) and a large Australian supermarket chain and will be delivered using a specially designed mobile training pod.
This initiative is a step in the right direction of the Victorian Clean Economy Strategy on a specialised yet valuable topic.
Outcomes and next steps
The pilot training program was rolled out in 2023 for a group of 15 attendees from the partner Australian supermarket chain and will scale up in 2024.
The program will focus on the following key next steps:
- Pursuing emerging industry interest to expand the program and extend it accordingly in 2024
- Reflecting on a potential nationwide roll out of the skill set.
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