What is SA 8000 Certification?
The SA8000 Standard is the world’s leading social certification program. The SA8000 Standard and Certification System provide a framework for organizations of all types, in any industry, and in any country to conduct business in a way that is fair and decent for workers and to demonstrate their adherence to the highest social standards. Created by SAI in 1997 as the first credible social certification, it has led the industry for over 20 years.
Why SA8000 is Required?
Maintaining management systems to enhancing work engagement along with ensuring consistent improvement, the standard fosters better working conditions and well-being of the employees.
SA8000 Requirements:-
Similar to many other standards, SA8000 also requires fulfillment of general and documentation requirements. Please find the requirements listed below.
General Requirements:-
Since the audits for SA8000 conducted without the traditional checklist-style, the standard requires the company to follow the mentioned elements.
1. Child Labour
2. Forced and Compulsory Labour
3. Health & Safety
4. Freedom of Association & Right to Collective Bargaining
5. Disciplinary Practices
6. Working Hours
7. Remuneration
8. Management System
Documentation Requirements :-
After determining the external and internal issues relevant to social accountability, the organization must maintain the following documents.
1. Policies, procedures and records
2. Formation of Social Performance Team ( SPT)
3. Identification and assessment of risk
4. Monitoring
5. Management involvement
6. Complaint management and resolution
7. Corrective and preventive actions
8. Management of suppliers and contractors
SA8000 Benefits:-
The standard aims to improve the social environment for workers as well as businesses. From maintaining management systems to enhancing work engagement along with ensuring consistent improvement, the standard fosters better working conditions and well-being of the employees. As a result, a business can receive benefits such as productivity, stakeholder relationships, market access, and more.
Why Choose Us for SA 8000 Certification?
IKON COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT is a trusted SA8000 consultant in India that can help your organization meet the requirements for SA8000 certification. Our team can guide you about the SA 8000 certification process and help you to achieve SA 8000 Certification.
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