The BWF Code of Conduct sets out the principles of good practice for a woodworking or joinery business. It is supported by a Guide to Compliance, which sets out how these principles might be applied practically to your business.
We are fully committed to helping all new BWF members meet the standards required in the BWF Code of Conduct inspection audit and below we have a selection of guides and policies that you can adapt and adopt to help your business comply.
Member Level
Our Equipment Maintenance Log Template helps you track inspections, servicing, and repairs, ensuring your woodworking equipment remains safe, efficient, and compliant with regulations.
Our BWF Employee Skills and Training Log Template helps you track your employees’ abilities on key woodworking machinery.
Our BWF Employee Individual Training Record Template helps you maintain a detailed record of each employee’s training and qualifications.
The BWF Code of Conduct Member Checklist helps BWF members track compliance with our Code of Conduct, which sets out best practice for the woodworking and joinery industry.
Our Fire Risk Assessment Checklist is a practical tool to help woodworking businesses systematically identify and address fire hazards in the workplace.
Our Fire Risk Assessment Guidance provides clear, practical steps to help you identify hazards, assess risks, and implement effective fire prevention measures.
The BWF Code of Conduct is supported by a Guide to Compliance, which sets out how its principles might be applied practically to a woodworking or joinery business so as to comply with the Code’s intentions.
An Environmental and waste management policy that a BWF member can adapt and adopt
An example of a Health and Safety risk assessment spreadsheet that a BWF member can adapt and adopt
An example of a completed Health and Safety policy
A sample Health & Safety policy for a larger company that a BWF member can adapt and adopt
A sample Health & Safety policy for a small company that a BWF member can adapt and adopt
