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Mastering Ethical Trade: Understanding SMETA Audits for Responsible Business Practices

  • Start

    July 24, 2024

    2:00 PM

  • End

    July 24, 2024

    3:00 PM

  • Time Zone

    Abu Dhabi, Muscat (+04:00)

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Join B. Aravindan, Lead Auditor & Trainer at SGS Gulf Limited, UAE, for an insightful webinar aimed at enhancing your understanding of ethical trade practices and responsible business operations.

Overview

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of SMETA audits, guiding you towards better working conditions and improved environmental performance in your business and supply chain.

This webinar is designed to empower businesses by providing an in-depth understanding of SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit). Participants will learn about responsible business practices, the benefits of Sedex membership, and how to effectively prepare for SMETA audits. 

Agenda

  • Brief Overview of Responsible Business and Ethical Trade 
  • SEDEX Membership 
  • Sedex Supplier Membership Benefits 
  • Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA) 
  • Understanding Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI) 
  • How SGS Can Help You Towards SMETA Social Audits 
  • Q&A Session 

Audience

This webinar is meticulously crafted for businesses in the Middle East region, including:

  • Compliance Officers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Managers
  • Quality Assurance Managers
  • Environmental Managers
  • HR Managers 
  • Anyone involved in improving working conditions and environmental performance in their business and supply chain.

Join us for a live webinar about SMETA Audits for Responsible Business Practices and don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of ethical trade practices and SMETA.

About the speaker

Aravindan B. is a social compliance auditor with over 12 years of auditing experience. He holds the APSCA Certified Social Compliance Auditor (CSCA) qualification, having passed the APSCA Part 1, 2, and 3 exams on his first attempt. He has also completed ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 Lead Auditor courses, as well as SA8000 Basic and Advanced auditor courses.

About SGS

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

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