CEN/TS 12169:2008

This document defines the sampling plans and procedures for inspection by attributes (measurable properties) of sawn timber lots exhibiting a homogenous distribution of characteristics. It also provides control regulations and conditions for conformity or nonconformity of a lot in view of the agreed specification. This document is applicable to any sawn timber products which claim to comply with specifications defined in the sales contract. It does not cover the spread of different qualities within a grade, or between the contracted grades. In case of a dispute, a sampling carried out only by customer or supplier is not valid, as it cannot always be verified that it is free from manipulation. Furthermore, people are free to enlarge the sampling or make use of another method provided an agreement occurs between the interested people.