The Hazardous Materials Technical Center,
Abstract
The Hazardous Materials Technical Center (HMTC) was established in June 1982 by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to provide a center of expertise on technology and regulations related to handling, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. This presentation discusses the purpose, functions, and operating experience of the HMTC. The HMTC is an Information Analysis Center operated for DLA with technical supervision by the U.S. Army Environmental Hygiene Agency and DLA. The purpose of the HMTC is to provide a single location as a source for information on all aspects of hazardous materials technology and regulatory requirements. To develop this source HMTC will Identify, Collect, Assess, Synthesize, and Disseminate information on technology and regulations for the management of hazardous materials and wastes. This information will cover all aspects of hazardous materials/waste management and will come from a wide variety of sources. The data will be evaluated by the HMTC staff and the result disseminated in user friendly manner by the most appropriate means.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 22, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADP004149
Entities
People
- D. A. Appler
- M. J. Brown
- T. Rothman
Organizations
- Defense Logistics Agency