Created in 1989 by Social Accountability International (SAI), an affiliate of the Council on Economic Priorities, it is regarded as the most widely accepted international workplace standard globally. It can be applied to companies of every size worldwide.
What Is the SA 8000 Certificate?
SA 8000 certification addresses issues including forced labour and child labour, occupational health and safety, freedom of association and collective bargaining, discrimination, disciplinary practices, working hours, remuneration and management systems.
In addition to setting workplace standards worldwide, SA 8000 also embraces existing international agreements, ranging from conventions of the International Labour Organization to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Implementing SA 8000 certification means that an organisation must consider the social impact of its activities, as well as the working conditions of its employees, partners and suppliers. It can be applied to companies of every size worldwide. Having your organisation certified to SA 8000 by NBC Global Certification will help you develop and improve social responsibility. Working with our experienced auditors to implement the most widely accepted workplace standard globally demonstrates social responsibility when bidding for contracts and expanding your organisation.
The SA8000 Standard Has Nine Core Elements
Child Labour, Forced Labour, Health and Safety, Right to Collective Bargaining, Discrimination, Disciplinary Practices, Working Hours, Remuneration, Management Systems. The SA8000 Standard can be integrated with other management system standards.
Advantages of the SA 8000 Certification Standard
- Demonstrates your commitment to social responsibility and to treating your employees in line with ethical and global standards
- Improves the management and performance of your supply chain
- Ensures that you comply with global standards and reduces the risks of negligence, loss of reputation and potential litigation.
- Supports your corporate vision and develops and reinforces the commitment of your employees, customers and stakeholders
- Enables you to demonstrate appropriate social responsibility when bidding for international tenders or expanding locally to adapt to new business.
