Resources to help you with certification
Our Help and Guidance page has a range of tools and documents to get you ready for your audit. And remember, you can request help from our sales team here or get training from our team of experts here.
Ethical Certification Help and Guidance
Help and Guidance
Issue 2.1 Documents
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Issue 2.1 Global Standard
Review the requirements by accessing a copy of the latest version of the Ethical Global Standard, Issue 2.1.
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Issue 2.1 Interpretation Guidelines
If you need support interpreting the Ethical Global Standard, download the interpretation guide
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Ethical Trade Whitepaper
Find out how ethics are driving changes in consumer behaviour and changing global investment decisions
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Quick Start Guide
Find out how to get started on your ethical certification journey and learn more about the process.
Resources
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Risk Assessment Module and Guidance
Use this document to gain a framework to assist your site or operation in measuring performance against the 5 Vital Signs
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Risk Assessment Guide
A short document to guide you through the Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Risk Assessment Module and Guidance
Technical Documents
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Auditor Checklist and Site Self-Assessment Tool
When preparing for your audit, use the self-assessment checklist
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Ethical Self Assessment Questionnaire
When preparing for your audit, use the self-assessment checklist
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Issue 2.1 Audit Duration Calculator
Calculate the duration of your site's ethical audit with this useful tool
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ET218 Position Statements
Update to certificate template following accreditation feedback
