Regulations that Affect the Woodworking Industry

Friday, July 22 from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Session Code: FR66

Track: Safety & Environment

Speaker: Marilyn Black, GREENGUARD

Gary Heroux, Composite Panel Association

Brad Miller, Business & Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Assoc.

Joy Flack, OSHA

Moderator: Rich Christianson, Vance Publishing

FREE SEMINAR!
This diverse group sheds light on rulings that wood products manufacturers need to be apprised of. The proliferation of green building codes are demanding products that meet low VOC and sustainable product requirements. Find out the newest levels for formaldehyde and VOC emissions for programs such as CARB, CHPS, CA Green Code, LEED, GREENGUARD, ASHRAE 189 and IgCC. Gain knowledge on government purchasing requirements for green/sustainable products to meet Executive Order 13514, and how government and industry are working together to simplify and communicate complex environmental impact data to customers. Learn about current legislative and regulatory initiatives related to wood fiber that threaten the wood products industry. Get an OSHA update including its regulatory agenda on hazards in the woodworking industry including combustible dust, the global harmonized system, injury and illness prevention program, and working surfaces and fall protection systems. This seminar is free but registration is required.