FSC Last Link in COC

The requirement

How it is proven

Evidence required

To use this exception, project teams must submit the following documentation for audit: • Narrative describing the team’s efforts to locate FSC wood with a complete COC, including attempts to coordinate outsourcing. In addition, where FSC with COC or other compliant wood could be sourced, but in a timeframe that the project schedule couldn’t accommodate, the delays to dependent work that would have resulted if that source(s) were used, must be explained. • Technical documentation substantiating: ◦ That FSC or other compliant wood was specified in bid and applicable contracting documents, ◦ The asserted disruption to the project schedule, such as approved schedules in effect at the time of sourcing efforts, and ◦ That the final link is accurately attributing the FSC wood to the LBC project, and not double counting it for other projects (e.g. a signed statement from the foreman, owner, or other responsible party)

Who checks it

Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake

How Klar Cite classifies it

Klar Cite’s reading of the clause, not the scheme’s own claim.

What it asks

Disclose — information the applicant must provide

Standing

Required — must be met for the credential

Impact area

Ecosystem Health — the CMF area the clause addresses