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PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) — Gap Analysis

Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification — Chain of Custody
PEFC CoC 2020 Edition All Gaps only
Compliant
Partial
Non-compliant
Not assessed

About PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002)

PEFC ST 2002:2020 is the international Chain of Custody standard from PEFC, the world's largest forest certification system by area. The standard governs tracking of PEFC-certified, PEFC Recycled and PEFC Controlled Sources material through the supply chain to the end product. PEFC and FSC are the two leading forest-certification schemes globally, often used in parallel by forestry companies.

Issuing Body

PEFC International (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification)

Edition

2020

Coverage

Companies along the forest products supply chain — tracking PEFC-certified and PEFC Controlled Sources material through processing, manufacturing, and distribution.

Typical Users

Forestry sector — manufacturers, distributors, paper merchants, printers, retailers wishing to use the PEFC label or sell certified product.

How to use this tool

1. Work through each clause. For each requirement, choose Compliant, Partial, Non-compliant, or leave as Not assessed.

2. Add notes against any requirement to record evidence, gaps, or corrective actions.

3. Click Save progress — data is stored locally in your browser, never uploaded.

4. Export the report as TXT, CSV, JSON or print to PDF for your audit file.

Note: This tool is a guided self-assessment. It does not replace a third-party audit and the authoritative version of the standard must be obtained from the issuing body.

ISO Xpert — Get in touch

UK-based consultancy specialising in management-system gap analysis, training and certification preparation across ISO, API, Halal, GFSI, ESG, cybersecurity, engineering and industry-specific standards.

Phone / WhatsApp

+44 7853 109840

Office

71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ, UK

Common Questions

PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC — Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about the PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis tool, data privacy, audit preparation, and ISO Xpert consulting.

What is the PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis tool and how does it work?
The PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis tool is a free browser-based checklist that compares your current management system against the clauses of PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC. You answer clause-by-clause questions and rate each requirement as Compliant, Partial or Non-compliant. The tool calculates a live compliance score, highlights gaps on a heat-map, captures evidence and corrective-action notes, and exports the full assessment as JSON, CSV, TXT or print-ready PDF for management review and Stage 1 / Stage 2 audit preparation.
Is the PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis tool really free to use?
Yes — the PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC tool is 100% free with no sign-up, no email capture, no credit card, no watermarks, and no usage limits. It runs entirely in your browser; nothing is transmitted to ISO Xpert servers. You can clear or export your data at any time.
Where is my PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC assessment data stored?
All PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC assessment data is stored locally in your browser’s storage. Nothing is uploaded to our servers. This makes the tool GDPR-friendly and suitable for confidential audit data classified up to Restricted. Export anytime as JSON (re-importable), CSV (Excel-pivotable), TXT (executive summary) or PDF (audit-trail evidence).
Can I use this tool to prepare for PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC certification or surveillance audits?
Yes. The PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis is designed to support preparation for certification by UKAS-, IAS- or ANAB-accredited bodies. Use the exported report as evidence of internal audit, feed it into management review, and prioritise high-severity non-conformities ahead of Stage 1 / Stage 2 visits. ISO Xpert consultants can assist with documented information, internal audits and full implementation if required.
How long does a PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis typically take?
Most users complete an initial PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis in 60 to 120 minutes for a single site, depending on system maturity and clause depth. The tool auto-saves continuously, so you can pause, switch devices via JSON export/import, and resume at any time. Re-assessments after corrective action usually take 20 to 40 minutes.
Does ISO Xpert offer PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC consulting or training?
Yes. ISO Xpert Ltd (London, UK) provides PEFC Chain of Custody (PEFC ST 2002) PEFC Forest CoC gap analysis consulting, internal audits, Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification preparation, lead auditor / internal auditor training, and full management-system implementation. Contact info@iso-xpert.com or WhatsApp +44 7853 109840.

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