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SMETA

The Sedex Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI) is a ground-breaking alliance of companies, trade unions and voluntary organizations that promotes the implementation of corporate codes of practice which cover supply chain working conditions. Their ultimate goal is to ensure that the working conditions of workers meet or exceed international labor standards.

It is composed of two key elements: the ETI Base Code and the accompanying Principles of Implementation. ETI has developed a code of labor practice reflecting the most relevant international standards with respect to labor practices and the local labor laws.

Audit Methodology

Auditable Workplace Code of Conduct (ETI)
Audits are conducted by any party (2nd or 3rd), as agreed by the supply chain

Performance Areas

1. Universal Rights covering UNGP
2. Management system and code implementation
3. Free chosen employment
4. Freedom of association
5. Safety & hygiene conditions
6. Child labor

7. Living wages & benefits
8. Working hours
9. Discrimination
10. Regular Employment
11. Sub-contracting & Homeworking
12. Harsh or inhumane treatment
13. Entitlement to work

Audit tools

Self-assessment questionnaire for preparation (not mandatory)
SMETA (Sedex members ethical trade audit) audit form

SMETA Audit Reporta and CARP format

How long is a SMETA audit valid?

Initial audit followed by follow up audit on yearly basis

Benefits of having a Sedex Audit:

Have a clear and consistent approach that highlights best practices
Improve business resilience to industry and market changes
Improve their businesses’ reputation by meeting the expectations of your customers and stakeholders
Available reports on sedex platform for share with clients

Sedex/Smeta