Read: 578
So far, a variety of FSC forest certification systems have emerged around the world. The procedures for certification are not the same under different systems, but the main steps are the same, namely, application, inspection (or audit), and decision making and issue a certificate.
Forest management units must conduct self-assessment before applying for FSC forest certification to prepare for formal certification. Then, What are steps for a customer to take to get FSC certified?
Step 1: Evaluate the need for FSC certification. The forest management unit should confirm whether the unit has the need to carry out certification, that is, the certification will bring benefits to the business operation, such as certification will improve the market competitiveness of the product, the certification revenue will exceed the certification cost and so on.
Step 2: Choose the appropriate certification and certification body. The forest management unit should decide which certification system to choose based on the needs of the consumer or the market for a certain certification.
Step 3: Conduct an internal assessment. Before the formal certification, the forest management unit shall conduct an internal preliminary assessment, including the selection of certification standards, local conditions: interpretation of the standards, and the use of standards to evaluate the business activities of the enterprise to determine the extent to which the unit meets the certification requirements.
Step 4: Improve and perfect forest management to achieve good forest management.
After an internal assessment, forest management units should improve the deficiencies in forest management, such as setting clear business objectives and adopting practical implementation steps. After these tasks are completed, the forest management unit can formally apply for certification.
