haul to a commercial facility, government haul to a commercial facility, or lagoon/field-expedient
method.
(11) Wastewater. If the host nation sewer system or local contractor is selected, the persons
responsible for the source of the wastewater must ensure it is safely and properly disposed. FP
personnel must verify the integrity of the sewer system before allowing a contractor to dispose of
wastewater. Periodic inspections should be done to ensure that wastewater disposal is IAW the
environmental provisions of the disposal contract and other provisions. If a host nation sewer system is
not available, then other choices must be found. Hauling wastewater to existing facilities is an option
and a logistical issue. On-site collection, treatment, and release of wastewater is an engineering issue
which should be done IAW FM 5-163, local directives, and host nation laws and regulations on waste
disposal.
(12) Solid Waste. Solid waste must be collected and disposed of properly to keep the area
sanitary and to protect the environment. Solid wastes are non-hazardous items. They are usually
disposed of in a CONUS landfill. The preferred method of disposal for solid waste is an existing landfill
near the operating area. If an existing landfill is not available, engineering assets need to prepare an
appropriate landfill. The ultimate fate or disposal of these items should be known prior to generating
them. There may be special local management procedures required prior to turn-in of these items.
Consult the chain of command to determine specific requirements, and ensure that they are incorporated
into the unit environmental program.
b. Reconnaissance and Information Collection. Site selection should be based on many sources
of information. No one source of information should be relied upon exclusively, especially in parts of
the world where topographic and climate data are not extensive. The main source of information should
be collected through the following types of reconnaissance conducted by the AMC LSE Advance
Quartering Party.
(1) Reconnaissance Survey. The main purpose of a reconnaissance survey is to find a site
which best meets the requirements for general layout and work required. Reconnaissance operations
vary with the operational environment, assigned mission, and the size, type, and composition of the
reconnaissance element. An aerial, map, or ground reconnaissance is needed to determine potential FP
sites. The general principles of engineering reconnaissance outlined in FM 5-170 give guidance on
these surveys.
(2) Route Reconnaissance. A route reconnaissance should be performed to determine the
suitability of a specified route, limited to critical terrain data. It may be adequately recorded on a map
overlay or sketch and be supplemented by reports about various aspects of the terrain.
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