Technical documentation
PEFC Product Categories
Technical document
The revised list of the PEFC product categories. The PEFC product categories are a key element in the implementation of the PEFC chain of custody by certified organisations and certification bodies.
The revised list of the PEFC product categories. The PEFC product categories are a key element in the implementation of the PEFC chain of custody by certified organisations and certification bodies.
Template: Outsourcing Agreement
Technical document
Template for a PEFC Chain of Custody Outsourcing Agreement, developed in relation to requirement 4.9.2 of the Chain of Custody standard, PEFC ST 2002:2020.
Template for a PEFC Chain of Custody Outsourcing Agreement, developed in relation to requirement 4.9.2 of the Chain of Custody standard, PEFC ST 2002:2020.
Group Forest Management Certification, PEFC ST 1002
Benchmark Standard
Date of implementation 28 November 2018
This benchmark defines the general requirements for national forest certification systems with group forest management certification. Stakeholders use this benchmark when they develop their national group certification requirements. It covers aspects such as the minimum requirements for internal monitoring and auditing within a certified group – a vital process if group certification is to be effective.
This benchmark defines the general requirements for national forest certification systems with group forest management certification. Stakeholders use this benchmark when they develop their national group certification requirements. It covers aspects such as the minimum requirements for internal monitoring and auditing within a certified group – a vital process if group certification is to be effective.
Standard Setting, PEFC ST 1001
Benchmark Standard
Date of implementation 15 November 2017
This benchmark outlines the processes and steps that must take place during the development, review and revision of national forest management standards.
This benchmark outlines the processes and steps that must take place during the development, review and revision of national forest management standards.