Meet Roman Matyushchenko, NHLA National Inspector and Associate ITS Dean, and learn how hands-on instruction at the NHLA Inspector Training School prepares students to confidently apply lumber grading rules in real-world sawmill environments.

NHLA members have approved several important updates to the 2027 NHLA Rules, including changes to manufacturing language, the reinstatement of Original Construction Grades, and multiple amendments to Cypress grading rules. Learn what passed, what did not, and how these changes will impact hardwood lumber grading standards when the 2027 NHLA Rule Book takes effect in January 2027.