Company and facility training

Private Onsite Smoke School

Train your observers together, reduce employee travel, and coordinate Method 9 certification around your facility schedule.

Nationwide since 2005
Public and private training
Online and eligible VR options
Methods 9, 22 and 203
A practical certification path

Know what comes next.

Opaque Smoke School helps individual observers and company coordinators choose the appropriate training route, complete the required steps, and keep qualification records organized.

Training brought to your facility

Opaque can bring the instructor, smoke-generation equipment, qualification process, and certification documentation to your site or another suitable location. Private programs are designed for companies that need to qualify several observers efficiently.

Who private training works best for

Onsite smoke school is especially useful for industrial facilities, environmental teams, consulting groups, government programs, and organizations managing observers across multiple shifts or locations.

What affects scheduling and pricing

A quote considers location, travel, number of students, initial versus recertification needs, lecture format, site access, and preferred dates. Providing accurate details early helps us recommend the most efficient configuration.

Planning a successful onsite session

Select a safe, accessible training area; confirm student availability; identify anyone needing the initial lecture; and choose a primary coordinator. Weather and operating conditions can affect outdoor qualification activities, so backup timing and clear communication are valuable.

From planning to documentation

The process

01

Tell us the facility location and estimated student count.

02

Identify initial students and renewing observers.

03

Select preferred dates and lecture delivery.

04

Confirm the training area and site-access details.

05

Complete training and receive organized certification records.

Clear answers

Frequently asked questions

How many students are needed for private training?

The most economical group size depends on travel, location, and course requirements. Request a quote and we will compare private and public options.

Can multiple shifts attend?

Yes. Scheduling can be planned around facility staffing and operational constraints.

Do you provide certification records?

Yes. Successful qualification results are documented for the student and coordinating organization.

Can the lecture be completed online before the onsite test?

Yes, when appropriate. We can help coordinate the instructional and visual qualification components.

Make the next certification simple.

Tell us who needs training, where they are located, and when their certification is due.