Understanding how to grade timber properly is the key focus in TRADA Technology Limited’s (TTL) market-leading Timber Grading courses.
“Our courses really focus on the purpose of timber grading; it's not just a rubber-stamping exercise,” says Phil O’Leary, TTL consultant who runs the courses. “If people only know how to grade and not why then there's a possibility that mistakes can be made; greater knowledge and understanding means greater flexibility and ultimately a better grader.”
Mr O’Leary is confident that anyone who comes on a TTL course will see the benefits. “People who take the TRADA Technology grading courses will improve their grading skills and knowledge. Being able to interpret the rules correctly means that you reduce the risk of sending out stock that is non-compliant. The next TTL Timber Grading course takes place on April 15 at Alsford Timber in Kent.
The five-day courses - TG1 (visual strength grading – softwood) and TG2 (visual strength grading refresher course – softwood) - are a mixture of theory and practice and culminate in a formal certification examination.
These practical courses in visual strength grading provide the necessary skills and understanding for grading softwood and hardwood to the required standards.
“The actual exam that people sit is independent of the training and marked by our sister company, BM TRADA Certification. It is an excellent reflection of the knowledge that people have gained as a result of the course.
TTL has more than 25 years in delivering visual strength grading courses, during which time it has built up significant expertise. All of its consultants are engaged in European Standards committees, so are always up-to-date on any changes.
Anyone who passes the TTL timber grading course will be able to grade and assess their own stock; check and confirm that the graded timber they have purchased meets the contract; re-grade machined timber; and provide their clients with better knowledge and understanding.
