Technology for Waste Treatment at Remote Army Sites

Abstract

This report examines the problems associated with traditional methods for disposing of human wastes at remote Army sites. Two alternative technologies-aerated vault latrines and composting latrines-offer substantial advantages over traditional methods such as pit latrines, unaerated vault latrines, and chemical latrines. These two technologies are analyzed in terms of their costs, operation and maintenance requirements, Army applicability, and user acceptability. Based on the information obtained from the research, recommendations are made regarding applications of these technologies to use at remote Army sites. Information is provided on selection, design, operation, and maintenance of the recommended technologies.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA176801

Entities

People

  • Ed. D. Smith
  • James E. Alleman
  • Richard J. Scholze
  • Steve R. Strusss

Organizations

  • Construction Engineering Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Biodegradation
  • Chemistry
  • Construction
  • Environmental Health
  • Environmental Protection
  • Geography
  • Groundwater
  • Habitats
  • Health Services
  • Hygiene
  • Management Personnel
  • Medical Personnel
  • Sanitary Engineering
  • Waste Disposal Facilities
  • Waste Management
  • Water Resources
  • Water Supplies

Readers

  • Environmental Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design