Case Study
Expert Opinion Support Regarding Pentachlorophenol in Wood Products, Canada
By Lisa Tolbert, E.I.T., Consultant
Managed project, performed research, and assisted in preparation of expert affidavit providing opinions related to penta, a preservative solution that contains pentachlorophenol (PCP) and is used to treat wood products. Assessed risks of installed penta-treated wood utility poles to the general public and the environment, and the changes in risk that would result from varying the phase-out period of penta. Critically reviewed evaluations of PCP completed by both EPA and Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency.
Published
October 24, 2023
Key Contact
Ms. Lisa Tolbert is a consultant with 20 years of broad technical experience in the fields of environmental health science... Full bio