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SA 8000
Demonstrate your commitment to social accountability
With a steady rise in the number of corporate scandals, companies recognize the need to consider the effects their activities and policies can have on their reputation and credibility in the marketplace. Companies need to consider the social impact of their operations, in addition to the conditions under which employees, partners and suppliers operate. This means controlling and practicing respect and promotion of human rights for all employees throughout the whole supply, production and distribution chain.
What is SA 8000 Certification?
SA 8000 certification enables you to demonstrate your commitment to social accountability standards as well as employee and customer satisfaction.
SA 8000 is an international certification standard that encourages organizations to develop, maintain and apply socially acceptable practices in the workplace. It was created in 1989 by Social Accountability International (SAI), an affiliate of the Council on Economic Priorities, and is viewed as the most globally accepted independent workplace standard. It can be applied to any company, of any size, anywhere in the world. The areas it addresses include forced and child labor, health and safety, freedom of association and collective bargaining, discrimination, disciplinary practices, working hours, compensation and management systems.
As well as setting standards for employees worldwide, SA 8000 also embraces existing international agreements, including conventions from the International Labor Organization, the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Benefits of SA 8000 Certification
SA 8000 compliance proves your company’s commitment to social accountability and to treating your employees ethically and in compliance with global standards. At the same time, this certification can improve the management and performance of your supply chain. SA 8000 allows you to ensure compliance with global standards and reduce the risk of malpractice, public exposure and possible litigation. Demonstrating commitment to social accountability can support your corporate vision and build and reinforce the loyalty of your employees, customers and stakeholders, which in turn impacts your bottom line.
Certifying your organization against SA 8000 by partnering with SGS will help you develop and improve social accountability. Your SA 8000 certificate from SGS enables you to demonstrate proper social accountability when bidding for international contracts or expanding locally to accommodate new business.
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