Wood Preservation Applicators Manual

Introduction; What is preservation; Nature of wood; Decay Hazards; wood preservatives; Log protection/ Preservation; Preparation of Materials; Wood Preserving Processes; Treatment methods; Post Treatment Handling; Properties and uses of treated wood; Environmental Health and Safety measures; Design of Treatment area; Economic aspects of wood preservation; Appendices.

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Abstract: This EPA publication for applicators or handlers of wood preservatives of treated-wood products discusses federal regulations, reasons for treating wood, creosote, penta (oilborne preservatives) and inorganic arsenicals (waterborne preservatives), applying preservatives, harmful effects and symptoms associated with their use, required protective clothing and equipment, safety precautions, first-aid in case of accidents, disposal requirements and limitations on uses of treated wood.