Virtual Opacity Training
VirtualOpacity℠
The Future of Method 9 Training
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the Compliance Assurance Associates, Inc. (CAA) VirtualOpacity℠ platform for use in Method 9 visible emissions observations (VEO) certification. VirtualOpacity℠ allows Method 9 candidates to use a virtual reality (VR) platform to certify for Method 9 observations.
Advantages of Virutal Opacity Training
- Flexible scheduling.
- Eliminates expenses incurred by travel and employee coverage.
- Environmentally friendly - no travel needed.
- Candidates can be certified any time of the year, in any weather.
Requirements
- Clients purchase the required model VR headset(s). CAA provides information on supported headsets here »
- Payment arrangements are required before enrollment.
Our Early Access Program
CAA is rolling out VirtualOpacity℠ on a client-by-client basis for Method 9 field certification. The Alpha and Beta testing phases are complete. We are now accepting early access clients - apply below.
CAA's Virtual Reality Platform Approved by the EPA
The use of CAA's VirtualOpacity℠ platform has been approved on a federal level. The product has been recognized by the following states:
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| Alaska | |
| Arizona | |
| Arkansas | |
| Florida | |
| Georgia | |
| Hawaii | |
| Indiana | |
| Louisiana | |
| Minnesota | |
| Mississippi | |
| Nevada | |
| New Hampshire | |
| New Mexico | |
| New York | |
| Ohio | |
| South Carolina | |
| Tennessee | |
| Utah | |
| Virginia | |
| Washington | |
| West Virginia | |
| Wyoming |
