FSC® Chain of Custody Support
Practical support for timber businesses to achieve and maintain FSC Chain of Custody certification.
Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC) Chain of Custody (CoC) certification is essential for demonstrating responsible sourcing, maintaining market access, and meeting customer and regulatory expectations. At Wildground we provide hands-on consultancy support to help timber companies prepare for certification, strengthen systems, and pass FSC audits with confidence.
Whether you are pursuing FSC certification for the first time or addressing audit findings, our support is pragmatic, proportionate, and tailored to your operations.
Contact today to explore how Wildground can support your business
Services
1 | FSC Gap Analysis & Certification Preparation
Review of existing systems against FSC Chain of Custody requirements
Clear identification of gaps, risks and priorities
Practical action plan to achieve certification readiness
2 | FSC Chain of Custody Procedures Development
Development or refinement of FSC-compliant procedures and records
Support covering material sourcing, segregation, volume control and claims
Documentation aligned to your business size and complexity
3 | FSC Audit Preparation
Pre-audit support to ensure staff, systems and records are ready
Coaching on what to expect during certification or surveillance audits
Reduction of audit risk and last-minute surprises
4 | Corrective Action Support (NCRs)
Analysis of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
Practical support implementing corrective and preventive actions
Evidence preparation to support timely NCR closure
5 | On-site Readiness Audits
Independent, on-site assessment simulating an FSC audit
Identification of weaknesses before certification bodies do
Clear recommendations to strengthen compliance and confidence
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Who is this service for?
Timber, pulp & paper traders, processors, manufacturers and retailers.
Businesses seeking FSC Chain of Custody certification
FSC-certified companies preparing for surveillance or re-certification audits
Organisations needing support closing audit non-conformances
Why work with Wildground?
FSC-focused expertise grounded in experience as an FSC Chain of Custody auditor
Practical, business-friendly solutions tailored to your business and responsible sourcing efforts.
Flexible support for SMEs through to complex supply chains
End-to-end assistance, from first gap analysis to audit follow-up. Wildground works as an extension of your team, translating FSC requirements into systems that work in practice.
