Document Code: FSC-STD-RAP
Tema: FM Standards
Document Type: Other
Publication Date: Julio 31, 2025
FSC is happy to share with you a new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ V1-0) document to support the implementation of the Asia-Pacific Regional Forest Stewardship Standard for Smallholders (AP RFSS) and its nationally adapted versions. Certification bodies and auditors are encouraged to refer to this document when working with AP RFSS-certified operations or planning future assessments.
These FAQs are non-normative and provide clarifications on key aspects of the following standards:
* FSC-STD-RAP-01-2021 (AP RFSS – Regional Standard)
* FSC-STD-RAP-IND-01-2022 (India)
* FSC-STD-RAP-IDN-01-2022 (Indonesia)
* FSC-STD-RAP-VNM-01-2022 (Vietnam)
* FSC-STD-RAP-THA-01-2024 (Thailand)
The FAQs are intended for all interested stakeholders and will be updated yearly based on ongoing engagement and feedback. FSC welcomes suggestions for additional topics or questions to be addressed in future updates. Please send your input to policyinnovation@fsc.org.