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Q.
What do scientific studies say about the safety of treated
timber?
A.
Scientific research
has shown that:
- Treated timber lasts longer than alternative products,
and takes less energy to produce with less polluting
emissions than most other building materials.
- Treated timber conserves a renewable natural
 resource.
- During service the preservatives in treated timber do
not significantly leach into the ground or waterways.
- Proper handling and use of treated timber poses no
health risks to human, animal, and marine life.
- Treated timber has been extensively tested and proved
to be more reliable and durable than alternative
products.
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