Wood preservation facilities, pentachlorophenol pressure: chapter E, table 20


Table 20. Additional Recommended Operating Practices for Process Systems

(Use in conjunction with Part I, Chapter A - General Recommendations for All Wood Preservatives, Table 20.)

Operation Recommendations
Objectives:
  • To define procedural practices to enhance environmental protection and worker safety.
  • To operate the facility in compliance with the National Fire Code of Canada

Post-treating checks

Charge removal

  • Maximize the use of mechanical equipment for charge removal in order to minimize the need for worker handling of freshly treated wood.
  • Remove charges to drip pads only when the superficial excess preservative has drained.

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