A Methodology for Preparing Environmental Assessments.

Abstract

This report provides instructions for Air Force field personnel in the methods for preparing Environmental Assessments. The report covers the following areas: (1) The necessity for Environmental Assessments, including a discussion of the applicable laws. (2) Instruction on how to describe the proposed action. (3) Guidance on how to evaluate the environment in light of the proposed action. (4) Instruction and guidance on approaches to be used when assessing impacts. (5) Establishing and maintaining an environmental baseline data information system. The report is written for a person with a technical background, but without experience in environmental analysis. It provides how-to-do-it guidance for field personnel who are assigned the responsibility of preparing Environmental Assessments.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA040113

Entities

People

  • David I. Hellstrom

Organizations

  • Arthur D. Little

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Birds
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Environment
  • Environmental Protection
  • Fish
  • Forests
  • Groundwater
  • Habitats
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Liquids
  • Medical Personnel
  • Water Resources
  • Wildlife

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.