永續森林經營發生的二三事...FSC 森林經營準則的實務整備(C 4.3)From the Concepts of Sustainable Forest Management to Reality: Practical Steps for FSC Forest Management Criteria(C 4.3)

關於FSC FM的標準，其10項原則與70項準則，是屬全球性通用的。因此國、公、私有林經營者，在申請FSC FM驗證的預審或年審時，可以考慮以下資料來源的整備與其他因素，以備驗證。

Criterion 4.3. The Organization shall provide reasonable opportunities for employment, training and other services to local communities, contractors and suppliers proportionate to scale and intensity of its management activities.

準則4.3. 組織應依據經營活動之規模及強度，提供合理之僱用、培訓及其他服務機會給當地社區、承包商與供應商。 

一、可能資料來源的整備： 

1.     組織有否相關文件，例如:人力資源政策、培訓計畫和招標文件，說明對當地社區、承包商和供應商的承諾和做法?

2.     組織的經營活動實務，是否有當地勞動力參與?是否有為當地社區提供培訓和技能提升機會?

3.     社區居民在組織的經營活動中，有獲得的就業、培訓和其他服務機會的事證。

4.     提供具體實務案例，說明組織在特定情況下有對當地社區、承包商和供應商提供支持措施。

 二、 其他因素： 

組織在經營活動中優先考慮當地勞動力，承包商和供應商、提供當地社區提供培訓和技能提升機會，是否促進了當地經濟發展和社區繁榮?

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Regarding the FSC FM standard, which comprises 10 principles and 70 criteria, globally applicable, forest management operators in the public, private, and governmental sectors, when applying for FSC FM verification during pre-assessment or annual review, can consider the following data sources for preparation and other factors for verification: 

Criterion 4.3. The Organization shall provide reasonable opportunities for employment, training, and other services to local communities, contractors, and suppliers proportionate to the scale and intensity of its management activities. 

Possible sources of data compilation:

1. Does the organization have relevant documents such as human resources policies, training plans, and tender documents outlining commitments and practices regarding local communities, contractors, and suppliers?

2. Are there instances of local workforce participation in the organization's operational activities? Have opportunities for training and skill development been provided to local communities?

3. Is there evidence of local residents obtaining employment, training, and other service opportunities through the organization's operational activities?

4. Provide specific practical examples illustrating the organization's support measures for local communities, contractors, and suppliers in specific circumstances. 

Other factors:

Has the organization prioritized local labor, contractors, and suppliers in its operational activities? Have opportunities for training and skill development provided to local communities promoted local economic development and community prosperity?