TS 12793

TS 12793 defines the occupational framework for a rolling mill operator working in hot steel rolling. It presents a competence-oriented standard for this profession at different levels, with attention to the tools, equipment and work conditions associated with the role; it does not cover the cold rolling operator.

Technical context of hot rolling

Hot rolling is one of the core metal-forming processes in steel production, in which steel is shaped while at elevated temperature. The material passes through rolls in successive reductions to control thickness, section geometry and, ultimately, product form. In general technical terms, the operator’s work sits at the intersection of material flow, temperature control, machine setting and product consistency, so the role is closely tied to process stability and dimensional control.

What this standard focuses on

The scope concentrates on classification, qualifications, evaluation criteria and testing criteria for the rolling mill operator profession. In practical terms, this means the standard is concerned with defining the professional profile and the competence expectations associated with different levels of the job, rather than describing a generic steelmaking process. Occupational standards of this type help establish a common professional language for the tasks, tools and equipment relevant to the work.

• Covers the operator working in hot steel rolling.
• Excludes the cold rolling operator.
• Addresses professional classification and qualification levels.
• Takes the tools, equipment and work context of the occupation into account.