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1.1 This test method determines the relative effectiveness of wood preservatives in small wood specimens exposed to a natural marine environment. It is not within the scope of this procedure to determine the retention or duration of protection for commercial size piles and timbers.

1.2 The requirements for preparing the material for testing and the test procedures appear in the following order:

Section Summary of Method 3 Test Specimens 5 Pretreatment Handling 6 Treatment Procedure 7 Post-Treatment Handling 8 Assembly of Test Specimens 9 Exposure 10 Inspection 11 Evaluation of Results 12 Reports 13

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.