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Overview
BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 Site Training is designed to provide the knowledge and practical skills required to implement the requirements of the BRCGS Global Standard Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 within business operations, assess working conditions, protect workers’ rights, and effectively manage ethical trade and responsible sourcing practices.
The language of the training is Turkish. The training is delivered online. The training provider is BRCGS.
About the Training
The training covers the structure and site requirements of the BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 standard, the ethical trade management system, workers’ rights, working conditions, recruitment practices, wages and working hours, the prevention of forced labour and child labour, discrimination, worker representation, occupational health and safety, worker welfare, responsible sourcing, site inspections, worker interviews, and the management of non-conformities.
Who Should Attend?
- Human resources managers and personnel
- Quality and technical managers
- Ethical trade and social compliance officers
- Sustainability and compliance teams
- Occupational health and safety personnel
- Supply chain and procurement personnel
- Production and operations managers
- Worker representatives
- Internal auditors
- Personnel involved in ethical trade and responsible sourcing practices
Objectives and Outcomes
The aim is to enable participants to correctly interpret the requirements of BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1, identify ethical trade and social compliance risks within the organisation, assess on-site practices and contribute to the establishment of an effective Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing management system that complies with the standard.
By the End of the Training
Participants will be able to:
- Explain the fundamental requirements of the BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 standard.
- Assess ethical trade and social compliance risks.
- Review practices relating to working conditions and workers' rights.
- Assess the compliance of recruitment practices and employee records.
- Check practices relating to wages and working hours.
- Identify risks relating to forced labour and child labour.
- Assess occupational health and safety conditions.
- Evaluate information obtained from worker interviews and on-site inspections.
- Identify responsible sourcing and supply chain risks.
- Manage root cause analysis and corrective action processes for non-conformities.
Programme and Method
Overview of BRCGS ETRS Version 2.1
- Purpose and scope of the Standard
- Principles of ethical trade and responsible sourcing
- Structure and key requirements of the Standard
- Audit and certification approach
Ethical Trade Management System
- Management commitment
- Ethical trade policies
- Responsibilities and authorities
- Monitoring legal requirements
- Document and record management
- Continual improvement
Ethical Trade Risk Assessment
- Identification of social compliance risks
- Workforce profile and worker risks
- Vulnerable groups of workers
- Assessment of risk levels
- Identification of control measures
Employment and Workers’ Rights
- Employment contracts
- Worker records
- Recruitment processes
- Disciplinary practices
- Workers’ rights and responsibilities
- Grievance and feedback mechanisms
Prevention of Forced Labour
- Risks of forced and compulsory labour
- Recruitment fees and labour intermediary practices
- Management of identity documents
- Workers’ freedom of movement and freedom to leave employment
- Risks of modern slavery and human trafficking
Child Labour and Young Workers
- Minimum working age
- Age verification practices
- Prevention of child labour
- Protection of young workers
- Management of non-conformities
Wages and Working Hours
- Verification of wage records
- Working hours
- Overtime practices
- Rest periods
- Leave and benefits
- Assessment of wage deductions
Discrimination and Equal Treatment
- Prevention of discrimination
- Equal opportunities practices
- Prevention of harassment and ill-treatment
- Protection of vulnerable groups of workers
- Fair and equal working practices
Worker Representation and Communication
- Worker representatives
- Freedom of association
- Worker-management communication
- Grievance mechanisms
- Evaluation of worker feedback
Occupational Health, Safety and Worker Welfare
- Safety of work areas
- Risk assessments
- Emergency preparedness
- Fire safety
- Machinery and equipment safety
- Personal protective equipment
- Adequacy of social and welfare facilities
- Management of occupational accidents and incidents
Responsible Sourcing and the Supply Chain
- Ethical trade requirements for suppliers
- Supplier risk assessment
- Management of high-risk suppliers
- Communication of ethical requirements to suppliers
- Monitoring supplier performance
Site Inspections and Worker Interviews
- Observation of work areas
- Inspection of social and communal areas
- Assessment of emergency exits and safety equipment
- Comparison of documents and records with site practices
- Management and worker interviews
- Confidentiality during worker interviews
- Verification of the information obtained
Audit Preparation
- Defining the audit scope
- Pre-audit preparation
- Preparation of documents and records
- Assessment of workforce and shift information
- Preparation for the site tour
- Evidence that may be requested during the audit
Management of Non-conformities
- Identification of non-conformities
- Evaluation of objective evidence
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective and preventive actions
- Preparation of evidence
- Verification of the effectiveness of actions
Training Method
The training is delivered through subject presentations, evaluation of the clauses of the Standard, examples of site practices, case studies, document and record review scenarios, examples of worker interviews and practical compliance assessments.
Attendance and Certificate
Certificate Rules
A certificate of attendance is issued to all participants whose attendance has been confirmed. To receive a certificate of achievement, participants must achieve a passing grade in the examination at the end of the course; participants who use all their examination attempts but do not pass will be issued a certificate of attendance.
FAQ and Resources
Who is the BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 Sites Training suitable for?
It is intended for personnel working in ethical trade, social compliance, human resources, occupational health and safety, sustainability, quality, supply chain and operations who are responsible for implementing the standard within the organisation.
What is the main purpose of the training?
The purpose is to enable participants to correctly apply the BRCGS ETRS Issue 2.1 requirements within their organisation, assess risks relating to ethical trade and workers’ rights, and contribute to the implementation of an effective ETRS management system.
Does the training include practical exercises?
Yes. The training uses sample site scenarios, assessments of working conditions, document and record checks, sample worker interviews, case studies and non-conformity assessment exercises.
Is there an examination at the end of the training?
Yes. An assessment examination is administered at the end of the training.
References
- BRCGS Global Standard Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1
- BRCGS Ethical Trade and Responsible Sourcing Issue 2.1 Interpretation Guideline
- BRCGS ETRS Issue 2.1 Sites Training Course Materials
- BRCGS ETRS Risk Assessment Guidance
- BRCGS ETRS Position Statements
- Relevant BRCGS guides and guidelines