AFTTP3-32.34V4 — Contingency Water System

AFTTP3-32.34V4 governs the components, installation, and operation of contingency water systems for Air Force contingency operations.

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  • Publication number: AFTTP3-32.34V4
  • Title: CONTINGENCY WATER SYSTEM
  • Date: 2023-12-07

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AFTTP3-32.34V4 addresses BEAR water system siting, setup, and operational concepts for CE personnel at contingency locations. It covers source run, water production, preparations, site layout, equipment, safety, and environmental considerations, and is nondirective.

Applies to: This publication applies to the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • BEAR water systems
  • Contingency water system components
  • Source run subsystem
  • Water production subsystem
  • Site layout
  • Reverse osmosis water purification
  • Water and wastewater system safety

Questions and answers

What requirements should personnel follow when performing tasks in AFTTP3-32.34V4?

Personnel should adhere to applicable technical, safety, and policy requirements when performing tasks addressed in this publication.

What legal requirements does AFTTP3-32.34V4 not supersede?

The information in this publication does not supersede any legal requirements (domestic United States law for operations in the United States and for operations outside the United States: United States law with extraterritorial application, applicable international agreement requirement, or combatant command directive) that specify how users must accomplish tasks related to contingency water and wastewater systems installation or operation.

How should changes and questions about AFTTP3-32.34V4 be submitted?

Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary Responsibility using the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route DAF Forms 847 from the field through the appropriate functional chain of command and Major Command publications/ forms managers.

What records requirements apply to processes prescribed in AFTTP3-32.34V4?

Ensure all records generated as a result of processes prescribed in this publication adhere to AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program and are disposed in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule, which is located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

Does the publication endorse a specific manufacturer or commercial product?

The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the DAF.

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