I ask myself this question, if I am already qualified and experienced in AC and DC installations, why would I need to do training for a green card or any other certification?
If someone said that I have to do a 1 day course to understand the basics of solar PV panel design basics installation. I might still disagree because I have already spent 300 hours watching training videos for Victron equipment.
Do I believe the green card is a money making racket, in some cases yes. From people who have done the courses, the feedback I have received is that a lot of the material we already know.
So what do I think we should do about it ? I believe whoever is responsible for making the rules and regs should stand up and do their job, set out guidelines and update the SANS book to include solar PV and not make another separate COC like electric fences.
I believe training is good for any industry and we as single phase testers, installation electricians and MIE's should be required to collect credits for training. Which would make sure that everyone is up to date with the regulations and amendments to the regs.
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