FSC® FM Forest Management Systems Certification

Forest Management Systems Certification Services

Responsible forest management and product traceability

The FSC® FM (Forest Management) certification is an internationally recognized tool that ensures sustainable management of forests and plantations. It means protecting forest resources over time, safeguarding natural habitats for flora and fauna, and preserving the forest’s ecological functions: climate regulation, biodiversity conservation, soil protection, and water resource management.

This certification can be combined with the Chain of Custody (CoC), which allows forest-derived products—such as logs, firewood, wood chips, and even standing trees—to be sold as FSC-certified. This ensures full traceability from forest to final product.

 

"FSC® FM: a management approach that values environment, people, and territory"

According to FSC principles, responsible forest management goes beyond environmental protection—it also supports people. It means:

  • respecting the rights and well-being of workers and local communities;
  • safeguarding the interests of forest owners and those who live or work in the forest;
  • promoting local economic development, recognizing that the health of the forest is tied to the well-being of the surrounding area.

Benefits of FSC® FM Certification

Obtaining FSC FM certification means:

  • Demonstrating sustainable forest management, verified by an accredited body according to national standards of transparency, impartiality, and expertise.
  • Engaging stakeholders through a participatory process that includes consultation with interested parties.
  • Meeting market demands, from public administrations to private companies increasingly seeking certified and sustainable products.
  • Accessing public funding provided by national and regional forest policies to support responsible resource management.

 

CSI: Your trusted partner for forest certification

CSI is an accredited body with extensive experience in forest certification.
We offer:

  • FSC® FM and CoC certifications
  • PEFC forest management certifications

Thanks to our technical expertise and ability to manage both certification schemes, we are the ideal partner to simplify and optimize your journey toward responsible forest management.

 

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