How to become a competent visual strength grader

There are many benefits to employers who have a qualified grader on staff. Nick Clifford, Senior Timber Technical Consultant, outlines what visual strength grading is and gives an overview of the specialist training available from BM TRADA.

Contents:

• What is strength grading?
• Strength-reducing features
• Biological attack
• Shrinkage
• Qualification and assessment
• Visual strength grading courses
• Terminology
• Species recognition
• Examination and assessment

This article was originally written for the BM TRADA Timber Industry Yearbook 2022.

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