Ethical Supply Chain Audit Checklist

Verify no child labor is used at any stage of the supply chain.

Review age verification processes and conduct on-site inspections.

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Child Labor 10 min

Ensure no forced bonded or indentured labor is present in the supply chain.

Review employment contracts and conduct worker interviews.

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Forced Labor 10 min

Assess working conditions to ensure they are safe healthy and comply with local and international labor standards.

Inspect facilities for safety hazards hygiene and adequate ventilation.

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Working Conditions 10 min

Verify that workers are paid fair wages and provided with legally mandated benefits such as overtime pay and social security.

Review payroll records and compare wages to local living wage standards.

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Wages and Benefits 10 min

Ensure that there is no discrimination or harassment based on race gender religion nationality or other protected characteristics.

Review company policies and conduct worker interviews.

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Discrimination and Harassment 10 min

Respect workers freedom of association and collective bargaining rights.

Review company policies and engage with worker representatives.

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Freedom of Association 5 min

Assess suppliers compliance with environmental regulations related to waste disposal emissions and resource usage.

Review environmental permits and conduct site inspections.

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Environmental Compliance 10 min

Verify that raw materials are sourced sustainably and do not contribute to deforestation habitat destruction or other environmental damage.

Review supplier certifications and traceability systems.

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Sustainable Sourcing 5 min

Evaluate suppliers efforts to minimize pollution and reduce their environmental footprint.

Review pollution control measures and energy efficiency initiatives.

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Pollution Prevention 5 min

Ensure that suppliers have strong anti-corruption policies and procedures in place.

Review codes of conduct and conduct background checks.

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Anti-Corruption 10 min

Assess the transparency and traceability of the supply chain to identify potential risks and ensure accountability.

Review supply chain mapping and documentation processes.

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Transparency and Traceability 5 min