Abbreviated form of legal source(s)
National Board of Housing, Building and Planning Regulation 2013:3 and 2015:4
Summary
It is possible for the installers of energy and heating systems to acquire a certification as a RES installer. The certificate is voluntary and in line with EU regulation. The person wishing to obtain the certificate can choose between four possible focus areas: biomass boilers, PV systems, heat pumps, or solar thermal.
The training consists of two weeks of self-study and two days of on-site learning. The certificate is accredited by Swedac, and the National Board ofr Housing, Building and Planning hosts a list of certified installers on their website. The Swedish Energy Agency is in charge of supervising the certification system as a whole.
The certificate is valid for five years, after which re-training will be required.
Addressees
Persons eligible for the certificate education should have at least three years of experience in the installation industry and a relevant education.
Competent authority
● National Board of Housing, Building and Planning
● Swedish Energy Agency
● Swedac