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FSC Lists of Highly Hazardous Pesticides
Policy (POL)
FSC-POL-30-001a
This addendum lists active ingredients of chemical pesticides that meet the criteria, indicators and thresholds set out in Annex 1 of FSC-POL-30-001 FSC Pesticides Policy. Such chemical pesticides are therefore considered to be highly hazardous and are classified as prohibited, highly restricted or restricted in FSC Forest Management Certification.
Policy for Association
Policy (POL)
FSC-POL-01-004
Depending on when the unacceptable activity occurs/occurred, FSC will determine which policy version is used as the point of reference. If the unacceptable activity occurred prior to 2023, version 2-0 of the policy will be applied, whereas if the unacceptable activity occurs in 2023 or beyond, version 3-0 of the Policy for Association will be applied. To access Policy for Association, version 2-0, click here . The Policy for Association is an expression of the values shared by individuals and organizations associated with FSC. It defines six unacceptable activities that associated individuals and organizations and their corporate group commit to avoid in both certified and non-certified operations. The Policy for Association serves as a risk management tool for FSC, protecting the credibility and reputation of the FSC brand and organizations associated with it.
Annual Administration Fee (AAF)
Policy (POL)
FSC-POL-20-005
The objective of this Policy is to describe the basic principles for calculating and administering the Annual Administration Fee (AAF) for FSC-accredited certification bodies.
FSC Interpretation on GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms)
Policy (POL)
FSC-POL-30-602
Since the FSC Principles and Criteria were adopted in 1995, FSC members have pointed out the weakness of the definition of GMOs. Certification bodies have pointed out the difficulties in ensuring a uniform interpretation of this definition in practice. Forestry enterprises have informed FSC that uncertainties about this policy are one reason why they do not seek certification. This paper is an attempt at clarification.
Towards a thriving Network that supports FSC delivering on its global objectives
Policy (POL)
FSC Network Policy
The FSC Network Policy describes the framework and organization of the FSC Network. This document addresses challenges around some aspects of the Network that have evolved over time, and improves transparency and accountability between the Network, the FSC International Board, the FSC International Secretariat, and the members of the organization.
Scope of Application of the FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship
Policy (POL)
FSC-POL-10-004
The FSC Board of Directors approved the following as FSC policy in relation to the scope of application of FSC-STD-01-001 FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship.
Participation of External Observers in On-Site FSC Certification Audits and/or ASI Accreditation Assessments
Procedure (PRO)
FSC-PRO-01-017
The objective of this procedure is to establish the general principles regarding the participation of external observers in on-site FSC certification audits (hereinafter ‘audits') and/ or in ASI accreditation assessments (hereinafter ‘assessments'). This is essential for ensuring transparency and learning opportunities while at the same time addressing issues around confidential information, avoiding situations where there may be cases of losses or damages, and other situations that may arise during the audit/assessment.
Processing Complaints in the FSC Certification Scheme
Procedure (PRO)
FSC-PRO-01-008
This document describes the process to be adopted by FSC to ensure a timely, independent and effective resolution of complaints submitted by FSC stakeholders. These can be complaints regarding the FSC normative framework or the performance of FSC International, the FSC Network as well as complaints regarding the performance of ASI.
Ecosystem Services Procedure: Impact Demonstration and Market Tools
Procedure (PRO)
FSC-PRO-30-006
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Forest Stewardship Standards already require forest managers to maintain/conserve or enhance/restore ecosystem services and environmental values. They also require the managers of FSC-certified forests to identify, produce, or enable the production of diversified benefits and/ or products based on the range of resources and ecosystem services existing in the management unit. The procedure offers a framework for verifying impacts and approving FSC ecosystem services claims that can be used by forest managers to access ecosystem services markets and/or other benefits. It set out the requirements for FSC-certified forest managers to credibly demonstrate the impact of their activities on the maintenance, conservation, restoration or enhancement of ecosystem services.
Calculating Financial Penalty/Compensation Fee and Processing Evidence for Blocked Organizations
Procedure (PRO)
FSC-PRO-10-003
The objective of this document is to provide the procedures for the calculation of the financial penalty/compensation fee and the process for blocked organizations to contest their blocked status in response to false claims. This procedure is not subject to the rules and regulations outlined in FSC-PRO-01-001."
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Completed CNRA for Estonia.

This document is an assessment of the risk of sourcing material from unacceptable sources in a given country, developed according to PSU-PRO-10-002 V1-0 EN The Development and Approval of FSC Centralized National Risk Assessments.

This risk assessment shall be used when implementing FSC-STD-40-005 V3-1 EN Requirements for Sourcing FSC Controlled Wood.

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Ver.
1-0
Type
Controlled Wood Risk Assessment (CW)
Status
approved
Code
FSC-CNRA-EE
Country/Area
Estonia
Effective date
2017-09-20

FSC-CNRA-EE V1-0 EN_2017-09-20.pdf

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  • Language: English
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