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Environmental Affairs Branch

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Mission Statement

Our Mission at MCB Butler EAB is to support the Marine Corps by carrying out environmental programs, which are in compliance with the applicable laws and regulations while providing comprehensive services and products in a responsive, professional, and cost effective manner to protect people and enhance our environment.

Frequently Asked Questions of Units on MCB Butler
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Expand List item 6520Collapse List item 6520  My work center has batteries, lightbulbs, bad fire extinguishers, some old cans of spray-paint and WD-40. How do we get rid of it all?

Hazardous Waste is picked up by Hazardous Materials Minimization Center (HMMC). In order to schedule a pickup one must complete the HazWaste Service Request Form (EMP 16.1.3) and email it to the Hazardous Waste inbox. You can contact HMMC for more information on these services or contact your Installation Environmental Coordinator.

HMMC HazWaste 637-6047 / 637-6050 mcbb.gf.hwpickup@usmc.mil

Expand List item 6521Collapse List item 6521  I'm told in order for my work center to receive or procure Hazardous Materials, I need to add the chemical to my work center's Authorized Use List (AUL). How do I do that?

IAW MCO 5090.2 Vol 9 Ch 03 & 04; All work centers aboard USMC installations must only possess Hazardous Materials (HM) that are listed on their AUL and within the quantity of 2 weeks' usage.

In order to add additional HM or increase the quantity limit, work centers must make an AUL Adjustment Request to MCB Butler BSO. Usually, these requests can be submitted within the AUL system known as Hazardous Materials Management System (HMMS), although sometimes it must be done using a PDF form (EMSF-4466).

Contact MCB Butler BSO (MCBButlerBSOAUL@usmc.mil) 645-3386, Environmental Pollution Prevention Office (MCBB.GF.HazWastePM@usmc.mil) 645-1060, or your Installation Environmental Coordinator.

Expand List item 6524Collapse List item 6524  The trash/recycling collectors aren't taking all of our trash/recycling and leaving some or a lot behind. What's going on?
I live in Military Family Housing. What trash/recycling guidelines do I need to follow?

When there is a buildup of trash/recycling that usually is collected but recently is not, often is because it is not properly prepared for collection. Trash and recycling crews will not collect anything that is not properly prepped and do not collect Bulk Waste and DLA Disposition materials. There are 2 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that layout exactly how to prepare your trash/recycle for collection (EMP 15.10 Solid Waste Guide & EMP 15.7 Recycling Guides).

Typical reasons for refused collection:

  • Items not secured in bags, the bags are not clear plastic bags, the bags are not secured (tied closed).
  • Bags/Containers have mixed items (such as trash inside of recycling, mixing combustible and noncombustible trash).
  • Items not for trash/recycle left in the collection area (I.E. e-Waste, Bulk Waste, Hazardous Waste, DLA Disposition Items).

Personnel in On-Base Military Family Housing must follow Kadena Housing Office guidance for refuse and recycling procedures. Please contact Kadena Housing Office or the Kadena Environmental Office.

Contact your Installation Environmental Coordinator for more detailed information or assistance.

Expand List item 6522Collapse List item 6522  How does one become a Unit Environmental Compliance Coordinator (ECC) or Hazardous Waste Accumulation Point Manager (HWAP Manager)?

2 things need to happen to become a ECC or HWAP Manager.

1) Attend the MCB Butler Environmental Compliance Course. Even if the individual has had similar training at another base, there are many differences that need to be addressed. Courses are also available in Japanese for Local National Employees and Contractors.

2) A letter of designation appointing the individual in the role. For the Primary ECC the designation must be signed by the Unit CO. All other appointments may be signed by the Primary ECC.

Contact the MCB Butler Environmental Training Office to get scheduled for a course. MCBB_FE_ENVTraining@usmc.mil 645-5199 / 5190 / 3319.

Expand List item 6523Collapse List item 6523  I have a Safe/Cabinet that DLA say's need cert for Asbestos before it can be turned in.  How do I get testing or certification for Asbestos?
My facility has Asbestos containing materials (tiles, insulation, etc.).  How do we get rid of it and it is dangerous?  How do we get testing for asbestos?

Asbestos is not an Environmental program but is a Safety program.  If you need assistance or information about asbestos or asbestos abatement, please contact the MCIPAC Safety Office.

https://www.mcbbutler.marines.mil/Base-Information/Base-Safety/

Branch Office

Position Title
Location
Phone #
Director Foster 363 Rm 320 645-0241
Deputy Director Foster 363 Rm 320 645-5171
Environmental Management Systems Foster 363 Rm 318 645-0430
Environmental Secretary Foster 363 Rm 320 645-3425
Environmental Admin Officer Foster 363 Rm 327 645-0245
Budget Technician Foster 363 Rm 320 645-7056
Environmental Conference Room Foster 363 Rm 319 645-5187
Environmental Branch Fax Lines Foster 363 645-0255/5169

Installation Environmental Coordinators

Position Title
Location
Phone #
Foster/Lester/Plaza Foster 494, Rm 326 645-0789/5970
Hansen/Courtney/McTureous/Ie Shima Hansen 2523, Rm 13 623-4494/4495/7223
Futenma Air Station Futenma 422, Rm 121 636-2066/2067
Kinser Kinser 107, Rm 127 637-4405/1815
Schwab/Gonzalves Schwab 3413, Rm 108 625-2683/7194
Range Coordinator Hansen 2523, Rm 7 623-4634

Environmental Training Office

Contact the Butler Environmental Trainers at:  MCBB_FE_ENVTraining@usmc.mil

Position Title
Location
Phone #
Regional CETEP Coordinator Foster 363 Rm 328 645-5199
Environmental Trainer (EN) Foster 363 Rm 328 645-3319
Environmental Trainer (JP) Foster 363 Rm 328 645-5190

Environmental Programs Office

Position Title
Location
Phone #
Spills Reporting Manager Foster 363, Rm 310 645-1425/9108
Environmental Planner Foster 363, Rm 313 645-0246
Environmental Programs Specialist Foster 363, Rm 317 645-5999
Hazardous Waste Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 310 645-1060
Solid Waste Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 310 645-9234
Water Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 323 645-5197/5195
Water Program Technician Foster 363, Rm 323 645-5195/5197
Waste Water Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 310 645-1425/5197
Storm Water Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 310 645-1425/5197
Air Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 317 645-5206/5186
Air Program Technician Foster 363, Rm 317 645-5186/5206
Natural Resources Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 313 645-3327
Aquatic Natural Resources, Research Foster 363, Rm 317 645-3477
Soils/Erosion Control Manager Foster 363, Rm 313 645-9105
Cultural Resources Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 312 645-3353/5180
Archaeologist Foster 363, Rm 312 645-5180/3353
Tank Program Manager Foster 363, Rm 317 645-9108/1425
GIS Analyst Foster 363, Rm 317 645-7831

Environmental Support Team

Position Title
Location
Phone #
EST Supervisor Foster 5609 Rm 102 645-7189
Environmental Support Team Foster 5609 Rm 101 645-3138/3139
Energy Recovery Program Foster 5609 Rm 101 645-0987

Recycling Section

Position Title
Location
Phone #
Recycling Section Supervisor Hansen 2463 Rm  623-2140
Recycling Operations Supervisor Hansen 2463 Rm  621-1003
Recycling Quality Assurance Hansen 2463 Rm  621-1002
Administrative Specialist Hansen 2463 Rm  621-1001
Property Disposal Clerk Hansen 2463 Rm  621-1000
Materials Handler Hansen 2463 Rm  623-2142
Materials Examiner & Identifier Foster 5613 Rm 645-7587
Conference Room Hansen 2463 623-2142

Unit Mailing Addresses

US MAIL ADDRESS

AC/S G-F
Attn: Environmental Affairs Branch
MCB Camp S D Butler
Unit 35006
FPO, AP 96373-5006

FED EX ADDRESS

Ohmura, Chatan Cho, Nakagami Gun, Okinawa Pref
Camp Foster, Facilities Engineer Div, Env Branch, Code 14
Attention: EAB Director
Bldg 363 Room 320
Japan Postal Code 904-0100
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Frequently Asked Questions of Units on MCB Butler
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Expand List item 6520Collapse List item 6520  My work center has batteries, lightbulbs, bad fire extinguishers, some old cans of spray-paint and WD-40. How do we get rid of it all?

Hazardous Waste is picked up by Hazardous Materials Minimization Center (HMMC). In order to schedule a pickup one must complete the HazWaste Service Request Form (EMP 16.1.3) and email it to the Hazardous Waste inbox. You can contact HMMC for more information on these services or contact your Installation Environmental Coordinator.

HMMC HazWaste 637-6047 / 637-6050 mcbb.gf.hwpickup@usmc.mil

Expand List item 6521Collapse List item 6521  I'm told in order for my work center to receive or procure Hazardous Materials, I need to add the chemical to my work center's Authorized Use List (AUL). How do I do that?

IAW MCO 5090.2 Vol 9 Ch 03 & 04; All work centers aboard USMC installations must only possess Hazardous Materials (HM) that are listed on their AUL and within the quantity of 2 weeks' usage.

In order to add additional HM or increase the quantity limit, work centers must make an AUL Adjustment Request to MCB Butler BSO. Usually, these requests can be submitted within the AUL system known as Hazardous Materials Management System (HMMS), although sometimes it must be done using a PDF form (EMSF-4466).

Contact MCB Butler BSO (MCBButlerBSOAUL@usmc.mil) 645-3386, Environmental Pollution Prevention Office (MCBB.GF.HazWastePM@usmc.mil) 645-1060, or your Installation Environmental Coordinator.

Expand List item 6524Collapse List item 6524  The trash/recycling collectors aren't taking all of our trash/recycling and leaving some or a lot behind. What's going on?
I live in Military Family Housing. What trash/recycling guidelines do I need to follow?

When there is a buildup of trash/recycling that usually is collected but recently is not, often is because it is not properly prepared for collection. Trash and recycling crews will not collect anything that is not properly prepped and do not collect Bulk Waste and DLA Disposition materials. There are 2 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that layout exactly how to prepare your trash/recycle for collection (EMP 15.10 Solid Waste Guide & EMP 15.7 Recycling Guides).

Typical reasons for refused collection:

  • Items not secured in bags, the bags are not clear plastic bags, the bags are not secured (tied closed).
  • Bags/Containers have mixed items (such as trash inside of recycling, mixing combustible and noncombustible trash).
  • Items not for trash/recycle left in the collection area (I.E. e-Waste, Bulk Waste, Hazardous Waste, DLA Disposition Items).

Personnel in On-Base Military Family Housing must follow Kadena Housing Office guidance for refuse and recycling procedures. Please contact Kadena Housing Office or the Kadena Environmental Office.

Contact your Installation Environmental Coordinator for more detailed information or assistance.

Expand List item 6522Collapse List item 6522  How does one become a Unit Environmental Compliance Coordinator (ECC) or Hazardous Waste Accumulation Point Manager (HWAP Manager)?

2 things need to happen to become a ECC or HWAP Manager.

1) Attend the MCB Butler Environmental Compliance Course. Even if the individual has had similar training at another base, there are many differences that need to be addressed. Courses are also available in Japanese for Local National Employees and Contractors.

2) A letter of designation appointing the individual in the role. For the Primary ECC the designation must be signed by the Unit CO. All other appointments may be signed by the Primary ECC.

Contact the MCB Butler Environmental Training Office to get scheduled for a course. MCBB_FE_ENVTraining@usmc.mil 645-5199 / 5190 / 3319.

Expand List item 6523Collapse List item 6523  I have a Safe/Cabinet that DLA say's need cert for Asbestos before it can be turned in.  How do I get testing or certification for Asbestos?
My facility has Asbestos containing materials (tiles, insulation, etc.).  How do we get rid of it and it is dangerous?  How do we get testing for asbestos?

Asbestos is not an Environmental program but is a Safety program.  If you need assistance or information about asbestos or asbestos abatement, please contact the MCIPAC Safety Office.

https://www.mcbbutler.marines.mil/Base-Information/Base-Safety/

For questions not answered by this FAQ, please contact your Installation Environmental Coordinator or the associated Program Manager.

Marine Corps Base Camp Butler