CRITERIA

Employment is Freely Chosen

Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining

Safe & Hygienic Working Environment

Child Labour

Living Wages To Be Paid

Working Hours Are Not Excessive

No Discrimination

Regular Employment

No Harsh Or Inhumane Treatment

Use of Agency Labour

Continual Improvement

General

Code

Law

Assess

Action Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

These are some of the questions frequently asked.
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1. What is ETI (Ethical Trading Initiative)

2. What are the Co-op Sound Sourcing Standards?

3. What is the difference between "Ethical Trading" and "Fair Trade"?
You will see various products with a "Fair" trade badge, whereas companies become committed to "Ethical" trade. More

4. Does this eToolkit replace an audit?
It may do.The Co-op is wanting to reduce supplier costs, while at the same time ensuring reliability. In order to do this, there will be increaded "transparency" throughout the supply chain. This means other stakeholders may see what is going on. The e-Toolkit is intended to reduce paperwork, be a bit more fun and more educational. If results can be seen from afar, that may help both employees and the earth.

5. How does "Self Assessment" differ from "Social Audit"?

Social Audits are carried out by paid auditors, whereas self assessment seeks to demonstrate conformance with a more 'transparent' process. More

6. Who are 'Environmental Practice at Work'?
This company specialises in developing online materials for people at work to learn more about the environment and sustainable development which includes a strong social element. More

Any questions? - please submit questions to info@epaw.co.uk and we will endeavour to answer them and post relevant questions with their answers here on the faq screen

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