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How to become a competent visual strength grader

By Engaged Expert
Nick Clifford
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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