Group Certification Makes FSC Affordable for In-plants
Another drawback for in-plant printers wanting to become FSC certified has been the concern that paperwork and compliance issues will absorb too much staff time. Group certification reduces much of the time commitment for certification compliance by allowing InGreen to take the responsibility for many key administrative and compliance requirements, such as documented procedures and training. The basic responsibility for the in-plant will be to order and track FSC materials using the FSC required guidelines.
- Companies:
- International Paper
- People:
- Huntoon
Vic Nathan Barkin has more than 35 years of experience in the printing, paper and wood products industries and currently owns a consulting practice specializing in business development, workflow, and technology implementation, focusing on “Green Procurement and Production” practices. Vic is a QMS Lead Auditor certified to ISO 9001:2008 standards, is a consultant for the Rainforest Alliance as an FSC Chain of Custody and Controlled Wood senior auditor, is an FSC, SFI and PEFC lead auditor for PricewaterhouseCoopers and SGS North America, and has engaged in more than 700 site assessments and audits.
