I have 35 years of experience, and specialize in the field of wood treatment with specific knowledge in the areas of preservatives, fire retardants and codes and standards. I have published on such topics as preservatives and fire retardants for wood, codes and standards for treated wood and development of wood treatments. I have testified 20 times on topics such as utility pole treatments and damages, fire retardant issues and damages and preservative treatment and damages. I was awarded their highest honor, the Award of Merit, by the American Wood Protection Association (AWPA).