SMETA – Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit

SMETA (Sedex SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) is one of the most widely recognized social audit methodologies designed to promote responsible business practices in global supply chains. SMETA audits are based on the ETI Base Code developed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and focus on ethical standards in the workplace.

SMETA 2-Pillar Audit – Covers Labour Standards and Health & Safety, along with additional elements such as management systems and a shortened environmental assessment. SMETA 4-Pillar Audit – Includes all elements of the 2-Pillar audit, with additional focus on Business Ethics and an extended Environmental Assessment. The SMETA audit protocol guides organizations in implementing best practices related to working conditions, labor rights, health and safety, environmental management, and ethical business conduct. Qualz have partnership with SEDEX CB’s for conducts SMETA audits for factories, suppliers, and brands that are members of Sedex across the globe. These audits ensure compliance with labor, health and safety, environmental, and business ethics standards.

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    Key Benefits of SMETA Audits:

  • ✔ Eliminates duplicate audits through the use of a standardized SEDEX audit report format accepted worldwide.
  • ✔ Promotes uniform and consistent workplace conditions across the entire supply chain.
  • ✔ IImproves labour practices and working environments by encouraging ethical trade compliance.
  • ✔Transforms social compliance implementation into a measurable and sustainable business practice.
  • ✔ Strengthens ethical trade programs through structured assessments and targeted training initiatives.
  • ✔ Enables organizations to analyse and monitor ethical performance across their facilities and supply networks.

    Why Chose Qualz International for SEDEX Audits services

    With a proven history of excellence, Qualz International Private Limited has successfully delivered Sedex (SMETA) audits in over 20 countries, supporting global brands and suppliers in achieving ethical and socially compliant operations.

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