Benchmark International and Oregon State University will host a webinar discussing the proposed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Formaldehyde Rule on Thursday, June 27 at 8 a.m. PST. The webinar will provide an overview of the requirements and certification the rule requires in its current form.
Benchmark International and Oregon State University will host a webinar discussing the proposed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Formaldehyde Rule on Thursday, June 27 at 8 a.m. PST. The webinar will provide an overview of the requirements and certification the rule requires in its current form.
The rule, which includes products not covered by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), requires certification and close monitoring of manufacturers of plywood and plywood-based products (engineered flooring, bamboo flooring, cabinets, etc.) or the use of No Added Formaldehyde (NAF) resins.
OSU has asked that companies wishing to participate pre-register by emailing Chris Knowles at [email protected]. Sixty slots have been reserved for National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) members. The link for the webinar is https://oregonstate.adobeconnect.com/epa/. In order to join the meeting, select "Enter as a Guest," type your name and click "Enter Room."
The webinar will be recorded and made available on the NWFA website.
The EPA will take comments on the proposed rule until August 9.
Edited 10:15 a.m. June 26 to add third and fourth paragraph.
