HOW ARE THE HEALTH ASPECTS OF WOOD PRESERVATIVES REGULATED?
In both Canada and the U.S., wood preservatives are regulated just as all pesticides are. Wood preservatives are carefully evaluated for safety on a periodic basis, using standard protocols. In Canada the regulation of wood preservative chemicals falls under the jurisdiction of Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency. In the United States, regulation is by the Environmental Protection Agency. For more information and links, see the next FAQ.
