WASHINGTON — With the release of 10 mass timber installer training modules in adaptable PowerPoint format, WoodWorks – Wood Products Council has expanded the ability of design and construction teams to pursue mass timber projects, and of U.S. workers to develop the skills they need to construct these buildings. Intended for use by contractors, subcontractor erectors, training centers, community colleges, and workforce development programs, the modules complement other WoodWorks’ efforts to ensure that qualified workers are available to install mass timber projects. “The release is a significant milestone,” said Jennifer Cover, WoodWorks President and CEO. “When we created our Mass Timber Construction Management Program in 2019, there was a critical gap in knowledge and skills among contractors and installers. Developers and building designers were eager to use mass timber for its carbon, biophilia and other benefits, but most contractors were unfamiliar with the materials. …Available free on the WoodWorks website.