Audits and Transparency

Standard:

The stakeholders of Label STEP commit themselves to facilitate the access to all information necessary to carry out the audits conducted by Label STEP auditors.

Guidance:

Carpet dealers are obliged to provide Label STEP with a full account of all their purchases and supply chains, to allow inspections to take place and, whenever necessary, to initiate measures for improvement. Auditors can meet with the workers free and without interference.

Sources:

License Agreements with Certified Label STEP Partners

Other STEP Standards

Health and Safety

Fair Wages

Prohibition of Child Labour

Protection from Discrimination

Freedom of Association

Prohibition of Forced Labour

Humane Treatment

Regulation of Working Hours

Environmental Protection

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