TS 12864

TS 12864 is a professional standard for the expert role in cool-climate cereals, focusing on how the occupation is defined and what qualities are expected from the practitioner. Its core concerns are the definition of the profession, its classification, the minimum tools and equipment used in the work, and the measurement and evaluation of the characteristics required in cereal expertise.

In general technical terms, an expert in this field assesses grain-related conditions through observation, measurement, and professional judgement. Cool-climate cereals typically include crops such as wheat, barley, oats, and rye, where quality assessment is commonly linked to grain integrity, purity, moisture condition, and storage suitability. This means the subject is not only the crop itself, but also the competence needed to examine it consistently and responsibly in professional practice.

How the occupational framework is organised

The standard provides a structured way to understand what this profession is, how it is grouped, and what minimum equipment should be available for the job. In broader technical context, expertise in grain handling often depends on the ability to recognise quality indicators, work with appropriate tools, and apply a reliable evaluation process. The standard serves as a reference for measuring and assessing that professional profile.

• Definition of the profession and the practitioner
• Classification of the occupation
• Minimum tools and equipment
• Measurement of required characteristics for cereal expertise
• Evaluation framework for those characteristics