SMETA
SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) is a social audit methodology that is widely used to assess the ethical and social performance of global supply chains. SMETA audits are conducted by Sedex members (suppliers, retailers, and other stakeholders) to evaluate suppliers' compliance with labor laws, human rights standards, and ethical business practices.
SA8000
SA8000 is a globally recognized social certification standard developed by Social Accountability International (SAI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting human rights and ethical labor practices in the workplace. The SA8000 standard is based on internationally recognized human rights conventions and aims to provide a framework for companies to demonstrate their commitment to social responsibility and ethical practices.
AMFORI BSCI
AMFORI BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) is a global program designed to improve social and environmental standards in supply chains. It is managed by amfori, a global business association that promotes sustainable trade and represents over 2,000 retailers, importers, and brands worldwide.
The BSCI program is based on a code of conduct that sets out the social and environmental standards that companies are expected to follow in their operations and supply chains.
WRAP
The Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) certification program is a globally recognized standard for the certification of social and ethical manufacturing facilities. WRAP audits are conducted to assess a factorys compliance with the 12 Principles of the WRAP certification program, which include legal compliance, workplace standards, and environmental performance.
GOTS
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is a certification program for organic textiles that covers the entire supply chain from farming to final product. GOTS audits are conducted by independent third-party certification bodies to ensure that textile products have been produced in compliance with the standard's requirements.
By achieving GOTS certification, textile producers can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. GOTS certification is recognized worldwide and is a preferred certification for many retailers and brands seeking to promote sustainable and ethical textile production.
GRS (GLOBAL RECYCLED STANDARD)
GRS (Global Recycled Standard) is a certification program for recycled textile products, including both pre-consumer and post-consumer recycled materials. GRS audits are conducted by independent third-party certification bodies to ensure that textile products have been produced in compliance with the standard's requirements.
By achieving GRS certification, textile producers can demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. GRS certification is recognized worldwide and is a preferred certification for many retailers and brands seeking to promote sustainable and ethical textile production.
BRM ASSESSMENT
The Brand Retail Module is a sustainability assessment tool developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) to help brands and retailers measure and improve their environmental and social performance. The tool provides a standardized set of questions for brands and retailers to answer in order to assess their sustainability performance across a range of topics, including environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and labor standards.
HIGG FEM-Factory Environment Module
The Higg FEM (Facility Environmental Module) is a sustainability assessment tool developed by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) to help apparel and footwear manufacturers measure and improve their environmental performance. The Higg FEM specifically focuses on factory-level environmental sustainability, providing a standardized set of questions for factories to answer in order to assess their sustainability performance across a range of topics.
Social Labour Convergence Program (SLCP)
The Social Labour Convergence Program (SLCP) is an industry-wide initiative aimed at improving working conditions and labor standards in global supply chains. The program was launched in 2015 as a collaboration between leading brands, retailers, manufacturers, and labor groups, with the goal of creating a unified approach to social and labor compliance assessments.
The SLCP provides a standardized set of assessment tools and protocols that enable organizations to measure and compare labor standards and working conditions across their supply chains. This includes a common assessment framework that covers a range of labor standards, such as forced labor, child labor, working hours, wages, and worker health and safety.
BRAND CODE OF CONDUCT AUDIT
A brand code of conduct audit is an evaluation of a company's adherence to its established code of conduct or ethics. The audit is designed to ensure that a company's operations and practices are in line with its stated values and principles. The process involves reviewing the company's policies, procedures, and practices, as well as conducting interviews with employees, stakeholders, and customers.
FIRE AND SAFETY AUDIT
A fire safety audit is a review of a building's fire safety systems and procedures to ensure that they meet legal requirements and are effective in preventing and responding to fires. Fire safety audits are usually conducted by trained professionals who have experience in fire safety and emergency response
A fire safety audit can help to identify potential fire hazards and improve the safety of a building. By ensuring that fire safety systems and procedures are effective and up to date, the risk of fire-related injuries and property damage can be minimized.
C-TPAT
C-TPAT stands for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism. It is a voluntary program developed by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency to enhance supply chain security and improve the safety of goods entering the United States.
When an entity joins CTPAT, an agreement is made to work with CBP to protect the supply chain, identify security gaps, and implement specific security measures and best practices. Applicants must address a broad range of security topics and present security profiles that list action plans to align security throughout the supply chain.
CTPAT members are considered to be of low risk, and are therefore less likely to be examined at a U.S. port of entry.
Typically C-TPAT Includes the below security inspections
1. Personnel Security
2. Threat Awareness
3. Physical Access Control
4. Physical Security
5. Container Trailer Security
6. Procedural Security
7. Information Security
8. Contractor Security
9. Risk Assessment
10. Export Logistics
C-TPAT is open to all businesses involved in international trade, including importers, exporters, carriers, and foreign manufacturers. To participate in the program, businesses must submit an application and undergo a security assessment by CBP. Once approved, businesses must maintain their security practices and undergo periodic reviews to ensure continued compliance with CT-PAT requirements.
