Wear a dust mask and goggles when cutting or sanding wood.
Wear gloves when working with wood.
Some fire retardant may migrate from the treated wood into soil/water or may dislodge from the treated wood surface upon contact with skin. Wash exposed skin areas thoroughly.
All sawdust and construction debris should be cleaned up and disposed of after construction.
Wash work clothes separately from other household clothing before reuse.
Do not use fire retardant treated wood as mulch.
Only fire retardant treated wood that is visibly clean and free of surface residue should be used.
If the wood is wet during construction, it should be replaced.
Disposal recommendations: Fire retardant treated wood may be disposed of in landfills or burned in commercial or industrial incinerators or boilers in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
Use fasteners and other hardware which are in compliance with building codes for the intended use.
Projects should be designed and installed in accordance with federal, state and local building codes and ordinances governing the construction in your area, and in accordance with the National Design Specifications (NDS) and the Wood Handbook.
Mold growth can and does occur on the surface of many products, including untreated and treated wood, during prolonged surface exposure to excessive moisture conditions. To remove mold from the treated wood surface, wood should be allowed to dry. Typically, mild soap and water can be used to remove remaining surface mold. For more information visit www.epa.gov
