Submit a Complaint

If a person believes that a CF or CCF has violated one of the CF Standards of Professional Practice, a complaint may be submitted to the Certification Review Board. A complaint may be filed by anyone who is aware of the facts and the nature of the alleged violation, including another CF or CCF. It is also the inherent responsibility of a CF to self-report a violation of standards 9 and 10.

In a written statement, the complainant should identify the persons alleged to be involved and the facts concerning the alleged conduct in as much detail and specificity as possible with available documentation. SAF may request supplemental information.

Please be conscientious and provide complete and accurate information. The penalties for failing to provide information as requested or providing false information include (but are not limited to) denial, revocation, or limitation of certification in accordance with the CF Standards of Professional Practice and the Administrative Rules for the Certification Review Board.

Complaint Form - Word or PDF

Upon completion, mail the complaint, along with any documentation, to the following address:

Chair of Certification Review Board Society of American Foresters 5400 Grosvenor Lane Bethesda, MD 20814-2198

Please visit the Administrative Rules for the CRB for complete information regarding the Complaint Process.

If at any time during the investigation the CRB discovers that legal proceedings are being initiated against the accused CF regarding practices similar in nature of the complaint, the CRB will immediately suspend further investigation until such time as legal proceedings are resolved. Upon notification that legal proceedings have terminated, CRB will again take up investigation at the point where it was suspended.