Core Labor Requirements Manual in Chinese

Building on the outcomes of the 2023 workshops and earlier research, FSC has commissioned ASI to develop a comprehensive training manual to support CBs in strengthening auditor competence on Core Labour Requirements (CLRs). The CLR Manual package, that was launched on 24 June 2025, are now available in Simplified Chinese. 

The material, available in English, French, Spanish and Chinese, offers a complete one-day training structure, along with pre- and post- training activities, a final test, and detailed lecture notes to support delivery. Beyond explaining the FSC CLRs themselves, it provides guidance on how to plan audits with CLRs in mind, collect and triangulate evidence effectively, and conduct interviews with a social auditing lens. 

Importantly, the material helps shift the perception of CLRs as an ‘add-on’ to audits. Instead, it shows how these requirements can be naturally embedded into standard Chain of Custody auditing processes. This integrated approach supports more effective, consistent, and credible implementation of labour rights requirements within the FSC certification system.  

To access the training materials, CBs can visit this link or directly access the Open Knowledge Platform, under Certification Body Resources.