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Structure of the PEFC Technical Documentation (PEFC GD 1001:2008)
Much of PEFC's spectrum of activities is based on technical documentation outlining principles, criteria, and procedures. PEFC modified its documentation structure in 2008 to improve usability and readability. Documentation that…
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Chain of Custody of Forest-Based Products – Guidance for Use (PEFC GD 2001:2011)
Provides information for the implementation of the requirements of the PEFC Chain of Custody Standard PEFC ST 2002:2010. Provisions of this guidance are informative only. Any conformity assessment shall be…
Acceptance of PEFC Members (PEFC GD 1002:2008)
Defines conditions and procedures for PEFC membership.
PEFC Council Technical Documents Development Procedures (PEFC GD 1003:2009)
Covers procedures for the development of technical documents to ensure objectivity, efficiency, and transparency amongst participating stakeholders.
Administration of PEFC Scheme (PEFC GD 1004:2009)
Covers requirements for the administration of the PEFC scheme including PEFC notification of certification bodies; PEFC Logo usage licensing; operation of the PEFC Registration System; complaint and dispute procedures.
Issuance of PEFC Logo Use Licenses by the PEFC Council (PEFC GD 1005:2010)
Covers the issuance of PEFC logo use licenses by the PEFC Council to ensure legally compliant use with the PEFC Logo usage rules – requirements, PEFC ST 2001:2008 and its…
PEFC Notification of Certification Bodies by PEFC Council (PEFC GD 1006:2010)
Only certification bodies in compliance with PEFC requirements and recognized by PEFC by are authorized to provide PEFC Chain of Custody certification services. Requirements include, for example, that the certification…
Minimum Requirement Checklist (GL 2/2011)
Assist bodies developing or revising forest certification schemes and in the preparation of PEFC endorsement application, and facilitates the assessment of a national forest certification scheme against PEFC Sustainability Benchmark…
Nomination for Election of the PEFC Council Chairman, Vice Chairmen and Members of the Board of Directors (GL 3/2010)
The objective of these guidelines is to describe the rules and procedures for nominations and election of the Chairman, Vice Chairmen and members of the Board of Directors.
PEFC Council Procedures for the Investigation and Resolution of Complaints and Appeals (GL 7/2007)
Describes the responsibilities and actions of PEFC Council and PEFC National Governing Bodies for the investigation and resolution of complaints and appeals.
Involvement of the Panel of Experts in the Endorsement of National Forest Certification Schemes (GL 8/2008)
Provides procedures governing the appointment and work of the Panel of Experts (PoE) within the process of the endorsement of national forest certification schemes.
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Companies (CoC): 8,886(March 2012)
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