b"THE OFFICIAL NFBA MAGAZINEA MESSAGE FROMMARK BILLSTROMPRESIDENT, NFBA BOARD OF DIRECTORSW inter is behind us, and spring is here. Spring weatherPRESIDENT'S MESSAGEtakes many forms, not all good, but we can count on warmer weather ahead. That means building season is ramping up to full capacity, especially for those of us who reside in colder climates. In the post frame business, and many others, it has been difficult to know what challenge we will face next. You have likely experienced the recent price volatility of our primary building materials; wood and steel. Hiring, whether for manufacturing or construction, continues to be difficult. The positive for all of us though is that the demand for post-frame construction materials and construction services is still strong. We can be motivated to work through the challenges, knowing that people need and want the buildings that we build.I encourage all NFBA members to keep a focus on employee safety as we get into this construction season. Safe work practices in general are important, but don't forget about specifics that can change from site to site. An emergency action plan may be necessary depending upon conditions. The NFBA is your safety information resource. We provide you with toolbox safety talks that you can use as part of your regular safety and/or job site meetings. If you would like to strengthen your safetyprogram, remember that the NFBA has a safety program template that is available for your use, as an NFBA member. You can even take it one step further by submitting your application for the annual Gail Miller Excellence in Safety Award. This is one of the many honors that are recognized each year at the NFBA Expo.Maybe one of your tasks this time of year is providing training to new employees? The NFBA is there for you again. The NFBA Post-Frame Construction Curriculum is available to you as a supplement to your standard hiring and training methods. It covers the basics, and some not-so-basics, of building post-frame buildings. The program includes a textbook, a student workbook, an instructor manual, and an optional on-line certification. It is a great resource to quickly bring a new employee up to speed on post-frame. For details or to purchase the curriculum, contact Morgan Arwood at marwood@nfba.org or (800) 557 6957.If it's not on your calendar already, make a note that the 2023 NFBA Conference & Expo will be February 22-24 in Louisville, KY. We look forward to seeing you there.Best wishes to you for a safe and prosperous spring and summer in 2022.8 / FRAME BUILDER - MAY2022"