Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

RICE NESHAP Online Training Modules

Welcome to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection's (DEEP) training page for EPA's RICE NESHAP (40 CFR 63, subpart ZZZZ). If you own or operate a stationary engine in Connecticut, there is a good chance that your unit is subject to this rule. The rule was designed to control emissions of hazardous air pollutants (HAP) from stationary engines of all sizes, located at both major and area sources throughout the country.

EPA estimates that there are approximately 1.5 million stationary engines in the United States. Therefore, these common combustion sources can collectively have a significant impact on air quality and public health. Air pollutants emitted from stationary engines include: formaldehyde, acrolein, acetaldehyde, methanol, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, and particulate matter. Health effects from these pollutants include eye and skin irritation, central nervous system problems, and respiratory issues, especially asthma among children and seniors. Therefore, complying with this rule is essential to protecting both the community's health and the environment.

To help you comply with the rule, DEEP has created a series of online training modules which will assist you in determining whether your engine(s) is subject to the rule and, if so, which requirements apply to your specific engine(s). The training modules describe the emission limits, monitoring requirements, recordkeeping requirements, and reporting requirements applicable to your engine(s). Contact information is also provided if you need assistance.

Training Program Instructions

When accessing the online training, please visit the Introduction module first. This module will give you background information about the rule, help you determine if your engine(s) is subject to the rule and, if it is subject, help you determine what category of engine you own and/or operate. Once you have viewed the Introduction module in entirety, please proceed to the Main Training Module link on this page.

You will need to answer a series of questions regarding the unit's potential HAP emissions, size and construction date. Based on the answers you provide, you will be guided to the appropriate follow-up module which will inform you of your specific requirements under this rule. If you have more than one engine and the engines are not identical, you will need to complete this process for each unit.

The training modules are presented as PowerPoint presentations with narration. Modules are self-paced and individuals can access them at their convenience. Once you have viewed the applicable online training module, please visit EPA's Controlling Air Pollution from Stationary Engines webpage.

Training Modules

To ensure the proper operation and the best training module experience, it is recommended that your viewing device either meets or exceeds the Player Requirements set forth in the Mediasite Player Help webpage. Printable versions of the module slides and audio scripts are available on the RICE Rule Online Training Printable Module Slides and Audio Scripts webpage.

Introduction (Time: 7:58)

Module introduces the RICE rule, who is subject to the rule, and who may be exempt from the rule.

Main Training Module (Time: 0:00 - 32:18)

User answers a series of questions about the engine and is guided to a module covering compliance requirements for that specific unit.

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Content Last Updated on: June 16, 2022