Hazardous Waste: DOD Installations in Guam Having Difficulty Complying With Regulations
NSIAD-87-87
Published: Apr 22, 1987. Publicly Released: Jul 09, 1987.
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Highlights
In response to a congressional request, GAO evaluated the Department of Defense's (DOD) efforts to manage, store, and dispose of the hazardous waste generated at installations in Guam.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct Air Force and Navy officials in Guam to take actions to ensure that all personnel handling hazardous waste know the proper procedures for disposing of the waste so as to eliminate the dumping of wastes in ways that could contaminate the environment. |
Closed – Implemented
A study team is investigating the situation at the bases in Guam to determine what actions are needed. This work is continuing.
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| Department of Defense | The Secretary of Defense should direct the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office in Guam to place more emphasis on its procedures for reconciling discrepancies between what is listed on each disposal document for hazardous waste, including delivery orders, pickup orders, manifests, and the Integrated Disposal Management System. |
Closed – Implemented
A study team is investigating the situation at the bases in Guam to determine what actions are needed. This work is continuing.
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Environmental lawEnvironmental monitoringHazardous substancesSafety standardsWaste collectionWaste disposalWaste managementHazardous wastesMilitary forcesPollutants