Episode 77: Demystifying FSC Chain of Custody audits, Featuring César Gonçalves, Policy Manager for FSC CoC/CW, FSC International

Title: Episode 77: Demystifying FSC Chain of Custody audits, Featuring César Gonçalves, Policy Manager for FSC CoC/CW, FSC International
Author(s): Worm, Loa Dalgaard
Description: In this episode of Forest for the Future, we go back to basics and dive deep into one of the most common—and critical—questions in FSC: How do Chain of Custody audits actually work?
Host Loa Worm is joined by César Gonçalves, Policy Manager for CoC/CW at FSC International. With experience both as an FSC auditor and a certificate holder and as the current content owner for the FSC CoC standards inside FSC, César offers a rare tripple perspective on what really happens during an FSC audit.
💬 Tune in as we explore:
• What companies need to do before and during an audit
• The role and purpose of FSC audits and what’s at stake
• Common mistakes and how to avoid them
• What auditors are really looking for—and how to prepare
• Why transparency and simplicity are key to success
Whether you're preparing for your first audit or just want to better understand how FSC ensures the integrity of its system, this episode is packed with real-world insights and practical advice.