The mission of the permitted open detonation unit at Andersen Air Force Base is to render harmless unserviceable ordnance, other pyrotechnic devices, and waste munitions or explosives. The unit is located within the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Range along Tarague Beach. In addition, the open detonation unit is co-located with the Explosive Ordnance Disposal range, which is used for training and emergency demolition operations.