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

Sound Sourcing Seminar

Here is a short presentation you may wish to use to help suppliers gain support in recognising the benefits and importance of providing Sound Sourcing.

Introduction

1. Outline Aims of Sound Sourcing

* For Co-op, its members, customers and suppliers

2. Explain the Co-op's Values and Approach?

3. Benefits for Business

4. Achieve for you, workers, business and your land.

In Groups

1. Attitude survey

With Internet Computer

1. Test Run

2. Guide

3. Case Study

Review

Agree: Were the aims met?

What improvements can be made