Content relating to Sustainability

In a world where social responsibility and sustainability are gaining increasing importance, the consumer goods industry faces the challenge of meeting these evolving mandates. Enter FSSC 24000—a social management system scheme designed to help organisations achieve their social sustainability goals while enhancing business performance.

Modern slavery continues to be a hidden risk in global supply chains.​ Ignoring modern slavery risks can damage brand reputation and bring legal consequences, that can take years to recovery from, both reputationally and financially.​​Conducting a risk assessment is the first step in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities as well as help prioritise areas for monitoring and intervention.​​

To shine a spotlight on the critical need for Psychological Health and Safety Management, our Director of Operations, Ross Guastalegname took part in the discussion to share his insights into this pivotal area of workplace health and safety.

In today's global economy, buyers have unprecedented visibility into an organisation's operations and values. They often choose to buy from ethical companies that source their products sustainably and engage in environmentally responsible practices. This is pertinent in Australia, where over 49 million people live in conditions of modern slavery, with only one in five cases reported.

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In April 2024, Intertek began the journey to strengthen reconciliation across our communities we work within. Under the guidance of Reconciliation Australia, we are currently laying the foundations for our reconciliation pathway with our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.

Intertek SAI Global have designed three essential Diplomas to help assurance professionals grow their portfolio of quality assurance skills. These courses are Diploma of Quality Auditing, Diploma of Leadership and Management, and Diploma of Work Health and Safety. Be sure to see our courses that are tailored for advanced Diploma qualifications.

Effective human rights due diligence strengthens your supply chain's security and sustainability. By proactively addressing potential risks, you can safeguard your operations from disruptions, ensure compliance with global standards like the OECD guidelines and the Australian Modern Slavery Act, and uphold ethical practices. This approach not only protects your reputation but also builds trust and resilience for long-term success.

Intertek SAI Global recently hosted the team at Australian Catholic Anti-Slavery Network last month for our newly updated course in social compliance auditing.