SA 8000 - Social Accountability International

SA 8000 is the first social accountability system developed by SAI (Social Accountability International).  It is a way for retailers, brand companies, suppliers and other organizations to maintain just and decent working conditions throughout the supply chain.

SA 8000 includes

• A standard that covers all widely-accepted international labor rights.

• Factory-level management system requirement for ongoing compliance and improvement.

Applicable to all organizations regardless of type, size and product provided, however, it is currently drawing most of the attention from industries which involve mass low level workforce.

 WHAT ARE BENEFITS?

• Marketing:

  • Improved image of the organization to customers,

  • Enhanced competitiveness through improved economic effectiveness of social activities,

  • Sustainable development through satisfying the workforce, which is the most important factor of a business,

  • More attractive to employees and potential employees in recruitment, especially when the current labor market situation indicates tougher competition,

  • Higher staff morale and loyalty to the company due to a more decent work conditions.

  • Improved chance for export and penetration into international markets where SA 8000 compliance is a must,

  • Reduce the necessity for audits and inspection from social and labor authority.

• Finance:

  • Avoid penalties and fines for legal non-compliances,

  • Higher usage of workforce due to fewer on the job injuries and work related health problem,

  • Reduced staff absenteeism and staff turn over rate,

  • Minimized losses in case of incidence and emergency.

• Risk management:

  • Good risk prevention and minimizing losses,

  • Possible reduction in insurance premium,

  • Facilitating insurance claim and loss adjustment process.

• Enabling and facilitating certification, accreditation and recognition activities to:

  • Be assured by third party certification,

  • Overcome technical barriers to trade,

  • Create means for advertising

BENEFITS OF HAVING SA 8000 SYSTEM CERTIFIED OF ICA VIETNAM
SA 8000 compliance proves your company’s commitment to social accountability and to treating your employees ethically and in compliance with global standards. At the same time, this certification can improve the management and performance of your supply chain. SA 8000 allows you to ensure compliance with global standards and reduce the risk of malpractice, public exposure and possible litigation. Demonstrating commitment to social accountability can support your corporate vision and build and reinforce the loyalty of your employees, customers and stakeholders, which in turn impacts your bottom line.

Contact ICA today and we will start you on the right path to the ISO Certification process.

For more information, Please contact us at:
ICA Viet Nam office
R.2003 - Eurowindow Building - No. 27 Tran Duy Hung Street,
Trung Hoa Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi City
Tel.: +84 243 776 0088/ 243 776 0099
Email: ica@icacert.com