Che cos'è l'FSC?
La certificazione Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) vi aiuta a soddisfare le richieste del mercato, a migliorare la vostra reputazione e a sostenere le foreste del mondo. La certificazione FSC garantisce l'origine responsabile dei prodotti in legno.
Fondato nel 1993 come ONG globale basata sui soci, l'FSC promuove la gestione responsabile delle foreste attraverso l'etichettatura ecologica. Oggi la certificazione FSC è ampiamente considerata lo standard di riferimento per la gestione responsabile delle foreste.
La certificazione è obbligatoria per le organizzazioni business-to-business che vogliono approvare e vendere prodotti certificati FSC. Il logo e le etichette FSC creano un solido legame tra le foreste ben gestite e i consumatori finali, offrendo incentivi di mercato per le operazioni forestali e le aziende certificate.
Preferred by Nature è un organismo di certificazione FSC accreditato per la gestione forestale, la catena di custodia, il legno controllato, la certificazione di progetto e le procedure ecosistemiche. Per saperne di più sul nostro ambito di accreditamento.
>> Accedere al database FSC per verificare lo stato di certificazione dei prodotti.
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Four reasons FSC is unique
- NGO support: FSC stands as the sole international forest certification scheme endorsed by major NGOs like WWF, cementing its "street credibility" and real-world impact.
- Stakeholder engagement: FSC organises itself into three chambers - social, economic and environmental - ensuring equitable influence at all decision-making levels.
- Globally aligned: FSC certification adheres to global standards and requirements. Certified forests span around 80 countries worldwide.
- Transparency: FSC is an international membership organisation guided by participation, democracy, equity and transparency principles.
Certification options
FSC Forest Management certification
For forest operators committed to responsible forestry, FSC Forest Management certification verifies environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable forest management.
>> Learn more about the Forest Management certification
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FSC Chain of Custody certification
Manufacturers using forest-based materials can achieve FSC Chain of Custody certification, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable sourcing, ensuring processes are in place to produce and trade FSC-certified products. FSC Chain of Custody certification enables the use of the globally recognised FSC label on products, signifying support for responsible forestry.
>> Learn more about the Chain of Custody certification
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FSC Project certification
Project certification underscores commitment to forest-friendly practices, ensuring the use of forest-based materials meeting FSC standards in your project. Project certification can apply to all or selected projects.
>> Learn more about the Project certification
FSC Controlled Wood certification
FSC controlled wood, from acceptable sources, can be mixed with FSC-certified material in products with the FSC Mix label, reducing the risk of forest products from unacceptable sources, including illegally harvested wood, violations of human rights, forest conversion to non-forest use, and more. There are two types of Controlled Wood certification: Forest Certification and Chain of Custody Certification.
>> Learn more about FSC Controlled Wood
tandard FSC
Questi standard e politiche si applicano universalmente, indipendentemente dal tipo di certificato FSC posseduto. Le specifiche del campo di applicazione della vostra certificazione determinano quali standard e politiche FSC sono applicabili alla vostra azienda. A seconda del tipo di certificato FSC posseduto, potrebbero esserci ulteriori documenti più specialistici con cui è necessario familiarizzare.
FSC Principles and Criteria
The FSC Principles and Criteria is a key document in the FSC certification system. These principles and criteria have global applicability and local adaptability through the FSC International Generic Indicators.
In the FSC System, policies, standards, and procedures undergo a comprehensive and transparent development, review, and revision process. Stay updated on the progress.
>> Explore FSC Connect for a complete list of documents
FSC Trademark Standard
As a certificate holder, you need to follow the specific requirements for using all trademarks. These are described in the FSC Trademark Standard for certificate holders.
Standard Consultations
FSC develops the core FSC standards, such as the global FSC Principles & Criteria. We advise you to check the FSC Consultation Platform for open consultations on key global FSC standards.
Documents
Template
FSC Controlled Wood Due Diligence System Summary Template
Template for use by clients certified or being certified to FSC-STD-40-005. Org...
Template for use by clients certified or being certified to FSC-STD-40-005. Org...
Outsourcing agreement template for non-FSC certified contractors
This is the Word format of the outsourcing agreement in our ‘Guide to outsourci...
This is the Word format of the outsourcing agreement in our ‘Guide to outsourci...
Procedure
FSC Management System for Trademark Use
You can use this as a generic example of FSC trademark use management system. ...
You can use this as a generic example of FSC trademark use management system. ...
FSC Brands Intercompany Labeling Agreement
Sample FSC labeling procedure agreement between buyer and producer
Sample FSC labeling procedure agreement between buyer and producer
Guideline
Guide on outsourcing of FSC activities
Guidance for FSC certificate holders on requirements pertaining to outsourcing ...
Guidance for FSC certificate holders on requirements pertaining to outsourcing ...
FSC core labour requirements - Self assessment
This document offers guidance on how organisations can fulfill the requirements...
This document offers guidance on how organisations can fulfill the requirements...
FSC Trademark Quick Guide
The trademark quick guide is developed based on the FSC Trademark Standard 50-0...
The trademark quick guide is developed based on the FSC Trademark Standard 50-0...
FSC Trademark Guide
This guide outlines the key requirements for using the FSC logo, eco-label, bra...
This guide outlines the key requirements for using the FSC logo, eco-label, bra...
Report
Certification schemes report FSC
This evaluation aims to assess how the FSC forest certification system meets fu...
This evaluation aims to assess how the FSC forest certification system meets fu...
Scheme policies
FSC Annual Administration Fee
FSC-POL-20-005 V3-4This document is revised annually and sets out the FSC Annua...
FSC-POL-20-005 V3-4This document is revised annually and sets out the FSC Annua...
Standard
FSC Trademark Standard Annex 1
Describes the FSC trademark registrations by country and mark. Helps you to fin...
Describes the FSC trademark registrations by country and mark. Helps you to fin...
FSC Trademark Standard
FSC-STD-50-001 V2-1 Sets out the requirements for off-product and on-product u...
FSC-STD-50-001 V2-1 Sets out the requirements for off-product and on-product u...
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