WF SUPPLIES GET FSC CERTIFICATION: AN EXPLAINER

We’re chuffed to announce that WF Supplies is now officially an FSC-certified company. *Shoulder claps all round to the team* But what exactly does this mean? Read on for our Q&A explainer…

FSC, you say? Sounds familiar?

FSC stands for The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). This is an international, non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible management of the world’s forests. Covering more than 200 million hectares of forest, the FSC enables businesses – along with consumers – to choose wood, paper and other forest products made with materials that support responsible forestry

So WF is now FSC certified?

Yes, that’s right. We have what is called ‘Chain of Custody’, which means we buy from FSC-accredited suppliers, and ensure the goods meet all the FSC criteria – checking the product itself and the accompanying documentation when it’s delivered – before selling on to our customers.

Does this mean the materials used in FSC-certified products come from FSC-certified forests only?

The overwhelming majority of materials do – however the materials used in the FSC chain of custody can come from different planet-friendly sources, too. Chain of custody requirements allow the introduction of reclaimed material that would otherwise go to waste – along with material that’s been assessed as a low risk of coming from unacceptable sources.

Does FSC certification mean fair working practises for those involved?

Absolutely. FSC chain of custody certificate holders must implement the FSC core labour requirements as a matter of course – and must be able to demonstrate this to external third-party auditors.

To comply with the FSC core labour requirements, a company must – amongst other things – not use child labour; they must eliminate all of forms of forced and compulsory labour, and they must ensure there’s no discrimination in employment and occupation.

Future-fit working practices that support the planet and its people then?

100% and we at WF are very proud to play our part.

See all WF Products.

 

Add Comment