Following are a set of P2 options you may wish to implement. No option is perfect for everyone, but sometimes options
that have worked at one facility can work at yours. They might also serve as inspiration.
Unreviewed WOOD TREATMENT-CCA Options
Options below have not been reviewed by pollution prevention specialists. They are commonly recommended and
implemented for facilities.
GOOD OPERATING PRACTICES
IDENTIFYING AREAS OF OPERATIONS THAT COULD POTENTIALLY INCREASE WASTE THAT WOULD BE MONITORED MORE CLOSELY.
SPILL AND LEAK PROTECTION
OBSERVING ANY AREAS OF OPERATIONS FOR POTENTIAL SPILLS AND LEAKS
WOOD TREATMENT - ACQ
Lumber is put in a cylinder and pressure treated.We used a solution known commonly as CCA last year.(2003) This year (2004) we will be using a new blend of chemicals which does not produce hazardous waste.