Arsenic Fears Spur Action
Chemical Used To Preserve Wood In The Playground Caused Arsenic Fears. The wooden playground equipment at the Spaulding Street Park will only be seeing one more summer on the edge of Lake Quannapowitt. Plans are in the works to replace the well-used equipment, said Recreation Director Roger Maloney. Not only is it worn out, but a … [Read more...] about Arsenic Fears Spur Action
Arsenic Fears Rise Over Treated Wood Disposal
Arsenic Treated Wood Disposal Is Qualify As Hazardous Waste. Pressure-treated lumber has enough toxic chemicals in it to qualify as hazardous waste. But years ago, industry lobbyists in Washington secured an exemption from hazardous waste laws. Because of that, tons of treated wood decks and playgrounds that wear out can … [Read more...] about Arsenic Fears Rise Over Treated Wood Disposal
