Who approves the HWMP to ensure compliance?

• A. Base Civil Engineer
• B. Wing Commander
• C. Installation Commander
• D. Safety Officer

Answer: (C)

The main idea is who has the authority to approve a base-wide environmental plan and ensure it’s put into practice across the installation. The Installation Commander holds the responsibility for all compliance matters on the installation, so approving the Hazardous Waste Management Plan signals top-level commitment, provides the necessary authority and resources for implementation, and ensures coordination across units.

Hazardous Waste Management Plan specifics cover how hazardous waste is generated, stored, transported, treated, and disposed, in line with environmental laws and Air Force policy. While the Safety Officer, Base Civil Engineer, and other stakeholders contribute to the plan’s content and safety and engineering compliance, final approval to guarantee base-wide compliance rests with the Installation Commander.