e recent attacks have led to explosions, oil trench fires and oil discharges into the surrounding environment.
There have been recent concerns surrounding recycling of scrap metals from stockpiles of damaged and destroyed military vehicles. It is planned to assess one scrap metal site in order to evaluate possibly uncontrolled releases of contaminants such as halons, asbestos and engine oils to nearby soils and water sources.
Once the precise threats have been established, the UNEP/Iraqi team will be in a position to recommend remedial action if this is considered necessary.
The training of Iraqi experts in areas including scientific and environmental assessment will build on recent training workshops on modern laboratory techniques held in Switzerland and Jordan, funded in this case by the Government of Germany and the United Kingdom' s Department for International Development.
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