This guide helps doctors monitor the health of workers exposed to pentachlorophenol (PCP).  

Pure pentachlorophenol (CAS 87-86-5) is a colourless or white, needle-like crystal. 

Commercial-grade PCP (86% purity) is a dark grey to brown solid with a phenolic, pungent smell. 

Examples of work involving PCP include: 

• working with and handling wood preserved with PCP 

• working near preserved wood processes. 

This guide is part of a health monitoring guide collection. 

There are also health monitoring guides for: 

• persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) 

• guide for workers 

• registered medical practitioners 

• hazardous chemicals