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CRITERIA

Exploitation of Labour

Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining

Safe & Hygienic Working Environment

Accommodation

Child Labour

Living Wages To Be Paid

Working Hours Are Not Excessive

No Discrimination

Regular Employment

No Harsh Or Inhumane Treatment

Continual Improvement

General

 

e-Toolkit for Suppliers to reach Co-op's Sound Sourcing Standards

This online Toolkit helps suppliers to meet the requirements of the Co-op's Sound Sourcing system, which is based on the criteria required for Ethical Trading.

This e-Toolkit aims to:
  • Educate suppliers on Co-op Sound Sourcing Standards and Ethical Trade
  • Help suppliers meet Co-op Sound Sourcing Standards
  • Provide assurance to Co-op on Supply Chain Standards
  • Enable suppliers to submit self-assessment reports and action plans directly to the Co-operative Group
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This e-Toolkit has materials to support suppliers, including a search engine, site map, guide, some 'webby' help, & answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). There links to other appropriate sites, keeping information up to date, and providing you with all you need to know.

Before you begin working through the programme you need to:

1: Locate and save your unique Supplier Number - you need this number to submit your reponses.

2: Complete and submit your Company profile questions

3. Check out the on-line guide to see how it works

4. Then you may begin your self assessment and action planning