BFM initiatives

The BFM considers itself to be at the forefront in supporting the industry to meet its EUTR obligations, and as a part of this has initiated the following:  ekonglong office chair supplier

• Introductory seminar – September 2012 (supported by the Timber Trade Federation (TTF))

• Workshop on implementing the EUTR – December 2012 (members only) – jointly with AIS.
 
• Website – advice, guidance, including checklists and supplier questionnaires/declarations (members only)

• Engaged a consultant to provide support to members with implementing the EUTR and/or certification.

In addition to working closely with the TTF, the BFM has also forged partnerships and negotiated discounted certification rates for BFM members with the PEFC and the Soil Association. We are also in close liaison with the head of sustainability at the BRC.