1 AIA LU|HSW|AXP
Presented by Hoover
Learning Objectives
- Discuss how to specify pressure-treated wood products using the American Wood Protection Association’s (AWPA) Use Category System.
- Understand oil-borne compared to waterborne preservatives and where they are used in construction.
- Be aware of how preservative treating wood extends the life of our natural resources.
- Know where pressure-treated wood is required in the Building Code.
- Develop an understanding of the AWPA Use Specification Guide and a list of resources where to find more information on pressure-treated wood.