How FSC policies and standards are developed

At the FSC International Center, a team of experts facilitate the development, review and improvement of FSC rules and procedures.

The FSC standard-setting process is transparent, democratic and inclusive with many opportunities for the interested public to participate.

It is this process that has allowed FSC to become an important and recognized forum where innovative solutions have become possible with the support of all stakeholder groups interested in forestry issues.

Code of Good Practice for setting standards

FSC standards are set in accordance with the requirements of the ISEAL Code of Good Practice for Setting Social and Environmental Standards. This means that the standards are set on the basis of consultations with the major stakeholders. ISEAL is the global association for social and environmental standards systems. FSC is the only certification scheme in forestry recognized by ISEAL to follow best-practice in standard-setting. Learn more about ISEAL