| Title |
In-situ timber treatment using timber preservatives . |
| SubTitle |
Health, safety and environmental precautions. |
| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
GS |
| Series Number |
46 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1989 |
| Length |
7 pages |
| ISBN |
0118854135 |
| Price Exc. VAT |
£2.50 |
| VAT Rate |
0% |
| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
| Format |
Paper |
| Notes |
Guidance note, general series 46 |
| Abstract |
Provides guidance on the principal potential hazards to health, safety and the environment that may arise from the in-situ remedial treatment of timber. It gives general advice to professional users of timber preservatives on precautionary measures, control techniques and legal requirements. Contents: Objectives and extent of remedial timber treatment; Types of wood preservative; Training; Responsibilities; Selection of treatment; Preventative measures. |
| Keywords |
General guidance; Creosote; Strage; Transport; Confined spaces; Dust; Fumes; Skin contact; First aid; Explosion; Fire; Electrocution |