This article includes common questions about SLCP's new Verifier Body (VB) Selection Model. If your questions are not answered, please reach out to the SLCP Helpdesk.
- How does the VB Selection Model work?
- Does SLCP's new VB selection model impact Better Work facilities?
- What is a 'quality score'?
- What if the VB I want is not on the list?
- What should I do if the VB I selected is too busy to do my verification?
- I’ve selected a VB on Worldly. Can I change my selection?
- What if there aren’t many approved VBs in my country?
- What is the eligibility criteria for VBs to appear on the VB Selection List, other than scores?
- What should I do if I have a binding agreement to use a certain VB?
- Facility guidance documents
How does the VB Selection Model work?
Facilities select their Verifier Body (VB) from a list on the Accredited Host (Worldly), which filters and ranks eligible VBs based on quality scores. Find out more information on SLCP’s Verifier Body Selection Model.
Does SLCP's VB selection model impact Better Work facilities?
No. Better Work assessments do not follow the SLCP verification process. Better Work facilities are therefore not affected by the changes to SLCP's VB selection model (Introduced on 1st of April 2026). The new VB selection model is only relevant for facilities that complete SLCP assessments on an Active Accredited Host, and must complete the verification process with an SLCP-approved Verifier Body.
What is a 'quality score'?
SLCP assigns a quality score to VBs between 0 and 5, with 5 being the highest score. Lower scores correspond to verifications with more mistakes, and higher scores demonstrate better report quality. Facilities should consider scoring information when choosing their VB.
High-performing VBs: Scores of 4 or higher
Medium-performing VBs: Scores between 3 and under 4
Low-performing VBs: Scores below 3
Example: a VB that shows a score of 3.5 typically has more mistakes in a verification than a VB that has a score of 4.
What if the VB I want is not on my list?
If the VB is not shown on your list, it could be because the VB is:
- not approved for that country or does not meet other eligibility criteria
- scored below 4 and not in the random selection of medium and low-performing VBs shown to you
- the same VB who conducted your last verification
- currently suspended due to quality or ethical concerns
You must select another VB displayed in the list to proceed with your verification.
What should I do if the VB I selected is too busy to do my verification?
If the VB you want is not available within a suitable timeframe, you must select another VB from the list to ensure the verification can move forward.
If all the VBs on the list are unavailable to conduct your verification, you must request an exception. You must keep written evidence that you have contacted all VBs and they confirmed they are unavailable.
I’ve selected a VB on Worldly. Can I change my selection?
Yes. You will see a button on Worldly that says ‘Change VB’. You may select this button and pick a new VB from the list.
SLCP strongly recommends contacting VBs to ensure they are available before selecting them on Worldly, to avoid having to change the selection later.
Note that if a VB on your list is terminated or suspended, the list will be adjusted and a new list of VBs will be shown. The VOO will contact you if the VB you selected has become ineligible.
What if there aren’t many approved VBs in my country?
If there are less than four approved VBs in your country, the list will show all available options. You will still see the score of each VB, allowing you to make an informed decision based on quality.
If there is only one approved VB, you must select this VB and it will be able to conduct a verification twice in a row. Verifier rotation requirements will still apply.
What is the eligibility criteria for VBs to appear on the VB Selection List, other than scores?
- Country approval
- Languages spoken at the facility
- In-country CSCA presence
- VB rotation requirements
- Verifier rotation
What should I do if I have a binding agreement to use a certain VB?
Any agreements with a VB must take into account SLCP’s VB and Verifier rotation requirements - This means that a VB or Verifier cannot conduct your verification twice in a row.
SLCP recommends you discuss agreements directly with the VB to ensure that rotation requirements can still apply.