Recent Updates on Formaldehyde Regulations
What Do They Mean for Wholesale Distribution?

What are the recent updates to formaldehyde regulations as applied to composite wood products? How do they affect me, the office wholesaler? Join us for this joint Webinar with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Composite Panel Association (CPA) and find out!

In 2007, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) adopted a regulation to reduce emissions of formaldehyde from composite wood products. The regulation applies to three types of composite wood products: hardwood plywood, particleboard and medium density fiberboard. The emission standards are now in effect. CARB staff will summarize the regulatory requirements for distributors and retailers of composite wood products and how the regulation is being enforced.

The Composite Panel Association (CPA) represents manufacturers of particleboard and medium density fiberboard. John Bradfield, Director of Environmental Affairs, will explain how the CARB regulation affects manufacturers of these products and will provide an update on federal legislation that, if adopted, would make California’s emission standards apply nationwide.

About the Presenters

Jeffrey Williams came to work at the California Air Resources Board in 2007, shortly after completing his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of California at Davis. Jeff is currently an Air Pollution Specialist in the Substance Evaluation Section where he is working on implementation of the Airborne Toxic Control Measure to Reduce Formaldehyde Emissions from Composite Wood Products. His responsibilities include evaluation of third-party Certifiers, helping to develop a deconstructive test method for finished goods and the development of field screening methods, and coordination of inter-laboratory comparison for third-party certifiers and contract labs.

John Bradfield is the Director of Environmental Affairs with the Composite Panel Association (CPA). John joined CPA in 1981 and has served in a number of capacities from lab supervisor to directing CPA Certification Programs. He received his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and Master of Science (M.S.) in Wood Science & Technology from North Carolina State University.

NAWLA Webinars-2009

You won't want to miss NAWLA Webinars in 2009! The NAWLA Education Committee has expanded its educational programming to include Webinars which allow you to stay abreast of the critical industry issues while enjoying the comfort of your own office.

Timing is everything, and there is no better time than now to sharpen your skills. Sign up today for one or more of the following NAWLA Webinars. Please carefully review NAWLA's registration policies and cancellation parameters at the bottom of this page.

Equipment Needed:

Standard computer and standard phone

Registration Policies - NAWLA Webinars

• One registrant and computer are permitted per registration form. NAWLA will send written confirmation via e-mail approximately seven (7) days prior to the posted time and date for the Webinar. Detailed instructions on accessing the Webinar will be sent approximately two (2) days prior to each Webinar.
• The registration fee, unless otherwise noted, is $59 / registrant (per logged on computer).
• Companies or individuals that log on additional computers will be invoiced $59 / logged on computer.
• Companies or individuals that dial-in via telephone on additional phone lines will be invoiced $59 / phone line.
• There are no refunds for companies or individuals who do not join the Live Webinar(s) at the posted time and date.
• Cancellations less a $25 processing fee will receive a refund up to twenty-one (21) days prior to the posted time and date. Cancellations less than twenty-one (21) days prior will not receive a refund.
• Companies and individuals are responsible for logging off of their computer(s) and disconnecting their phone line(s) at the official close of each Webinar.

Please contact NAWLA at (847) 870-7470 or at info@nawla.org for further information.

NAWLA
North American Wholesale Lumber Association
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 400, Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008
Telephone: 847-870-7470 Toll Free: 800-527-8258 Fax: 847-870-0201
E-mail: info@nawla.org