Audits

§ 10
Acceptance of STEP audits; transparency and access to information

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