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CPSC ponders regulation of CCA-treated wood playground equipment.(United States. Consumer Product Safety Commission)(chromated copper arsenate)
CPSC Monitor
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February 1, 2003
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Dealing with chronic hazards, i.e., those that have long-term rather than immediate health effects, has always proved problematic for the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Some suggest CPSC is not well equipped to deal with such hazards.
Nevertheless, through its administration of the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA), the agency has jurisdiction of such hazards.
On March 17, CPSC will hold a public briefing on the alleged chronic hazards of CCA (chromated copper arsenate) -pressure-treated wood used to build playground equipment. Almost ...
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News Wire article from: The Hindustan Times
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News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News
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News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News
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News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News
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News Wire article from: The Hindustan Times
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