These personnel are appointed by the commander and should receive formal training. Serve as the commander's eyes and ears for environmental matters. Be the liaison between the unit and higher headquarters who are responsible for managing the environmental compliance programs and who can provide information on training requirements certifications that unit personnel need. An effective training program allows personnel to carry out their responsibilities. TC 5-400 is the basic manual for environmental stewardship.
Commanders ensure all personnel are trained on environmental issues.
This person works with other environmental personnel. He also makes sure environmental laws are followed. The commander meets with the battalion S3 and S4 officers and other environmental personnel. He finds what their requirements concerning environmental training and qualifications of unit personnel, ECAS inspections that may affect the unit, and common environmental problem areas and how to avoid them. The commander also makes sure the SOP details environmental issues and procedures the unit must follow.