SA 8000 Social Accountability
SA 8000 is a standard for social accountability in the workplace. In essence, social accountability means managing business activities in a manner that respects and promotes the basic human rights of all workers.
The goal of Social Accountability management (SA-8000) is to improve global working conditions and this standard requires compliance to key United Nations Conventions, International Labor Organization (ILO) conventions and the Universal Declaration on Human Rights.
Some of the common requirements for achieving SA 8000 certification needs are:
- Prevention of child labour
- Prevention of discrimination
- Freedom of association and right
Who is SA 8000 applicable to?
The SA 8000 certification is applicable to companies of any size that wish to address the social and ethical aspects of their business. A Social Accountability System proves to customers that the company holds adequate provisions for the protection of workers' rights. Further, it ensures ethical production of all goods manufactured by the company.
What are the benefits of registration?
