Consumer Information
 |
 |
 |
 |
Sydney Survey Results
Retailer information about CCA-treated timber
Is CCA-treated timber safe to handle?
| Hardware store A | Yes |
| Hardware store B | - |
| Treated timber yard A | Yes- ‘no problems for the general public’. Recommends wearing a mask and gloves (optional) |
| Treated timber yard B | Yes- wear a mask and gloves if cutting. ‘I’ve been handling it for 20 years’ |
| Timber yard A | Yes- if wearing a mask and gloves. |
| Timber yard B | - |
| Timber yard C | - |
| Timber treatment company | - |
| Playset manufacturer | - |
| Timber company | Yes- but advises to wear gloves or wash hands afterwards, and wear a mask |
