We are dedicated and committed to improving global working conditions and social progress, with the ultimate aim of adherence to lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing throughout the world.

Factories are audited for compliance with international regulations using a combination of factory tours, interviews with employees and document reviews. Our Inspectors, together with our close understanding of local cultural, social and religious issues, provide impartial audits whilst making management aware of the social compliance requirements of our clients.

Your company may have specific guidelines or standards which can be used for audit purposes, issues of maximum concern during social accountability audits include:

Freedom of Association
Prohibition of Discrimination
Compensation
Working Hours
Workplace Health and Safety
Prohibition of Child Labour
Prohibition of Forced Labour
Environmental Issues
Legal Compliance

There are currently several codes of conduct and monitoring systems used in the assessment and audit for social accountability, full details of which are available upon request. These include, but are not limited to:

Business Social Compliance Initiative
Fair Labour Association
Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production
SA 8000 (Social Accountability)
Business for Social Responsibility