FSSC 24000

FSSC 24000 is a Social Management System Certification scheme developed by FSSC Foundation to assist organizations in the consumer goods industry and the related supply chain to demonstrate their commitment to social sustainability and performance requirements.

FSSC 24000 is based on the international specification PAS 24000 Social Management System – Specification, developed by BSI (The British Standards Institution), supported by FSSC scheme requirements and a robust Integrity Program.

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IQNet Ltd is a member of APSCA (Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors). Click to check our membership status.

In the landscape of regulatory frameworks, social compliance initiatives and supply chain due diligence, FSSC 24000 differentiates itself through:

Full alignment to the ISO Management System Approach and the ISO Harmonized Structure – enabling an integrated approach of FSSC 24000 with other Management Systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FSSC 22000, etc.

Considering the principles of the fundamental ILO Conventions, UN’s Declaration of Human Rights and Conventions, UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, etc.

Being monitored by a robust integrity program of the scheme owner (FSSC Foundation) and assured by licensed Certification Bodies.

Being benchmarked and recognized by the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI). The SSCI helps build trust in sustainability standards worldwide by benchmarking schemes against the SSCI Social, Environmental and Scheme Management Criteria, driving alignment among the many different third-party auditing, monitoring and certification schemes that assist companies in their supply chains due diligence.

Being included and recognized by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA). The IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) ensures mutual recognition and acceptance of accredited certifications among its signatories, facilitating market acceptance based on a single accreditation.

Involving social auditors qualified based on the highest professional standards, as recognized through their membership or certification by APSCA (Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors).

Implementing the FSSC 24000 management system offers numerous benefits for certified organizations, including:

•  Recognized Framework: Satisfy and continuously improve social performance using a trusted framework.

•  Integrated ESG Factors: Embed Social and Governance factors effectively within the organization.

•  Sustainability Commitment: Demonstrate dedication to socially sustainable practices and the UN SDGs.

•  Regulatory Compliance: Meet due diligence obligations mandated by regulations like the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.

•  Risk-Based Approach: Adopt a systemic and risk-based approach for sustainable results.

•  Verified Compliance: Ensure transparency and confidence through independently verified compliance.

•  Trust and Perception: Gain consumers' and clients' trust and positive investor perception.

•  Corporate Culture: Foster a positive corporate culture based on respect for human rights.

•  Employee Retention: Increase retention, motivation, and loyalty of skilled personnel.

•  Worker Morale: Boost worker morale.

•  Work Environment: Create a fair, safe, and equitable work environment.

•  Working Conditions: Improve overall working conditions.