Certificare PEFC

Demonstrate Professional and Sustainable Forestry Services with PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification

PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification (PEFC FC) demonstrates that a company carries out forestry operations in accordance with the principles of sustainable forest management while complying with occupational health and safety, environmental, and quality requirements.

The PEFC Forestry Contractor Standard has been developed to promote high-quality forestry services, improve workplace safety, ensure legal compliance, and support professional business management throughout the forestry sector.

STEP UP Certification provides independent PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification for companies delivering forestry services.

What is PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification?

PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification is an independent conformity assessment demonstrating that a company complies with the requirements of the PEFC Forestry Contractor Standard.

During the certification process, auditors assess the company's management system, employee competence, work organisation, occupational health and safety, environmental performance, and other factors that contribute to the safe and professional delivery of forestry services.

Successful certification demonstrates a company's commitment to professional forestry practices and its ability to provide services in accordance with recognised industry requirements.

Who Needs PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification?

PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification is intended for companies providing forestry services, including:

• Forest regeneration contractors;

• Tree planting contractors;

• Young stand tending companies;

• Forest harvesting contractors;

• Timber forwarding contractors;

• Forestry general contractors;

• Companies managing subcontractors performing forestry operations;

• Other professional forestry service providers.

Benefits of PEFC Forestry Contractor Certification

Independent Proof of Compliance

Certification provides independent confirmation that the company complies with the requirements of the PEFC Forestry Contractor Standard.

Increased Market Competitiveness

Many forest owners, forest managers, and leading forestry companies prefer to work with certified forestry contractors.

Professional Business Management

The standard promotes a systematic approach to work organisation, document management, and risk management.

Occupational Health and Safety

Strong emphasis is placed on occupational health and safety, employee competence, training, and safe working practices.

Increased Customer Confidence

Independent certification strengthens the confidence of customers and business partners in the quality and reliability of your forestry services.