Hi Everybody,
The SA8000 Standard is an auditable certification standard based on international workplace norms of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) conventions, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
I would request all of you to visit the website of Social Accountability International from where you can read resources at length on concerned topics.
http://www.sa-intl.org/
The SA 8000 standard is available for free downloading as a PDF format (8 pages only).
A summary of the Standard elements follows:
Child Labor: No workers under the age of 15; minimum lowered to 14 for countries operating under the ILO Convention 138 developing-country exception; remediation of any child found to be working.
Forced Labor: No forced labor, including prison or debt bondage labor; no lodging of deposits or identity papers by employers or outside recruiters.
Health and Safety: Provide a safe and healthy work environment; take steps to prevent injuries; regular health and safety worker training; a system to detect threats to health and safety; access to bathrooms and potable water.
Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining: Respect the right to form and join trade unions and bargain collectively; where the law prohibits these freedoms, facilitate parallel means of association and bargaining.
Discrimination: No discrimination based on race, caste, origin, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, union or political affiliation, or age; no sexual harassment.
Discipline: No corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, or verbal abuse.
Working Hours: Comply with the applicable law but, in any event, no more than 48 hours per week with at least one day off for every seven-day period; voluntary overtime paid at a premium rate and not to exceed 12 hours per week on a regular basis; overtime may be mandatory if part of a collective bargaining agreement.
Compensation: Wages paid for a standard workweek must meet the legal and industry standards and be sufficient to meet the basic needs of workers and their families; no disciplinary deductions.
Management Systems: Facilities seeking to gain and maintain certification must go beyond simple compliance to integrate the standard into their management systems and practices.
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45The SA8000 Standard is an auditable certification standard based on international workplace norms of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) conventions, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
I would request all of you to visit the website of Social Accountability International from where you can read resources at length on concerned topics.
http://www.sa-intl.org/
The SA 8000 standard is available for free downloading as a PDF format (8 pages only).
A summary of the Standard elements follows:
Child Labor: No workers under the age of 15; minimum lowered to 14 for countries operating under the ILO Convention 138 developing-country exception; remediation of any child found to be working.
Forced Labor: No forced labor, including prison or debt bondage labor; no lodging of deposits or identity papers by employers or outside recruiters.
Health and Safety: Provide a safe and healthy work environment; take steps to prevent injuries; regular health and safety worker training; a system to detect threats to health and safety; access to bathrooms and potable water.
Freedom of Association and Right to Collective Bargaining: Respect the right to form and join trade unions and bargain collectively; where the law prohibits these freedoms, facilitate parallel means of association and bargaining.
Discrimination: No discrimination based on race, caste, origin, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, union or political affiliation, or age; no sexual harassment.
Discipline: No corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion, or verbal abuse.
Working Hours: Comply with the applicable law but, in any event, no more than 48 hours per week with at least one day off for every seven-day period; voluntary overtime paid at a premium rate and not to exceed 12 hours per week on a regular basis; overtime may be mandatory if part of a collective bargaining agreement.
Compensation: Wages paid for a standard workweek must meet the legal and industry standards and be sufficient to meet the basic needs of workers and their families; no disciplinary deductions.
Management Systems: Facilities seeking to gain and maintain certification must go beyond simple compliance to integrate the standard into their management systems and practices.
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Respected Sir,
Do these standards really carry any value to the organization? Could you please also shed some light on the company being awarded with these certifications?
Thanks for sharing this new information.
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Aanchal
From India, Mumbai
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Do these standards really carry any value to the organization? Could you please also shed some light on the company being awarded with these certifications?
Thanks for sharing this new information.
Regards,
Aanchal
From India, Mumbai
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All the standards, when implemented effectively and followed with full commitment, will definitely add great value to all the employees and the organization.
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Gavaskar E
The Man of Standards
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Gavaskar E
The Man of Standards
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Anchal,
Mr. Gavaskar has given an excellent response in entirety. Ask yourself a question: if your organization exploits employees, what difference does it make to employee families, customers, government, society, etc.? Several BPOs, hospitality/tourism sectors, especially companies where worker exploitation is rampant, have gone in for the same. ITC Chirala plant was one of the pioneers.
Surya
From India, Delhi
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Mr. Gavaskar has given an excellent response in entirety. Ask yourself a question: if your organization exploits employees, what difference does it make to employee families, customers, government, society, etc.? Several BPOs, hospitality/tourism sectors, especially companies where worker exploitation is rampant, have gone in for the same. ITC Chirala plant was one of the pioneers.
Surya
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Hi!
I'm Kumanan. I'm working in a Garment manufacturing company which is certified with SA8000:2001. Due to this certification, my company's value and standard have been elevated to a certain level. When a buyer visits my company, the certification reduces the intensity of auditing. This means that as a certified unit, we must meet minimum SA standards, which usually align with the buyer's expectations on employment practices and Code of Conduct. Having this certification implies that there are no malpractices against labor, and the organization follows a socially responsible approach. Therefore, this certification is not just for namesake; it enhances the quality of work life and elevates the organizational standards.
Thanks and Regards,
Kumanan A
From India, Madras
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I'm Kumanan. I'm working in a Garment manufacturing company which is certified with SA8000:2001. Due to this certification, my company's value and standard have been elevated to a certain level. When a buyer visits my company, the certification reduces the intensity of auditing. This means that as a certified unit, we must meet minimum SA standards, which usually align with the buyer's expectations on employment practices and Code of Conduct. Having this certification implies that there are no malpractices against labor, and the organization follows a socially responsible approach. Therefore, this certification is not just for namesake; it enhances the quality of work life and elevates the organizational standards.
Thanks and Regards,
Kumanan A
From India, Madras
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