Smoke School Information in Utah

Smoke school and state air quality information

VIRTUAL SMOKE SCHOOLS:
The Federal EPA has approved CAA's VirtualOpacity® VR smoke school. See below for this state's acceptance status. Read the EPA's approval letter »
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IN-PERSON SMOKE SCHOOLS:
Compliance Assurance offers 1 public smoke school in Utah. Classes are available in Woods Cross. Smoke School Schedule for UT »

PRIVATE IN-PERSON SMOKE SCHOOLS:
Compliance Assurance offers private, on-site smoke schools that are affordable and convenient. Learn more »

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Utah Acceptance Status for VirtualOpacity® — EPA ALT-152A

Accepted.

Utah Acceptance Letter »

Utah Visible Emissions / Opacity Standard

The opacity limit for Utah is Pre-April 25, 1971 installations: 40% opacity; post-April 25, 1971: 20%; all incinerators regardless of age: 20%; PM10 nonattainment areas (Salt Lake/Utah/Davis Cos.): 20% for all; diesel engines 20% (post-1973) / 40% (pre-1973), as established under Utah Admin. Code R307-201-3(1)-(3); SSM short-period allowance (7); PM10 nonattainment areas R307-305-1.

Compliance is demonstrated via EPA Method 9 (compliance method per R307-201-3(8)).

Averaging period: 6-minute average; exceptions ≤3 min for startup/shutdown

Method 9 is specified as the compliance method in the regulation.

Last verified July 8, 2026

Note: Regulations change — always verify current requirements with your state's air quality agency before making compliance decisions. This page is for informational purposes and is not legal advice; consult a qualified attorney or environmental compliance professional for guidance specific to your facility.

Air Quality Agency Information for Utah

Utah Department of Environmental Quality - Division of Air Quality
   • Website: https://deq.utah.gov/division-air-quality
   • Phone: (801) 536-4000
   • Address: 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116

Compliance Assurance Public In-Person Smoke Schools in Utah

Date School Name CAA
ID
Additional Session(s)
(May be second day or afternoon session)
09/17/2026 Salt Lake City, UT 8513