The Data Collection Tool collects data on nine (9) sections that cover all key compliance topics.
A facility can choose to complete Step 1, 2 or 3 in the Tool:
- Step 1 covers questions on all social compliance topics (1-7) focused on National Labor Laws (NLL) and International Labor Standards (ILS).
- Step 2 covers questions on all social compliance topics (1-7), including the ones often found in brands' Codes of Conduct. Also, management system questions (8) are included.
- Step 3 covers all Tool topics (1-9), including ones on best practices and community outreach.
For more information on the Steps and guidance on which one to choose, read this FAQ.
Below an overview of the content of the Tool.
| OVERVIEW | Contains important information on the Tool, including enabling macros, SLCP process information and Terms of Use |
| INSTRUCTIONS | Understand how to orientate yourself, fill in the required content, select the Step for assessment completion and understand the applicable standards, scope and timeframe |
| SLCP DATA COLLECTION TOOL | Contains the questions for the facility to complete (depending on the selected Step and the facility circumstances, e.g. presence of workers under 18, migrant workers, specific operational processes) organized into 10 different sections |
Below an overview of the sections of the Data Collection Tool.
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Sections |
Topics |
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(1) Facility Profile |
Step selection, general facility information, building structures, worker demographics, production/ operation information, subcontractors information |
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(2) Recruitment & Hiring |
Data related to minimum age, discrimination, employment practices |
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(3) Working Hours |
Data related to hours of work and breaks |
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(4) Wages & Benefits |
Data related to minimum wage, social insurance and other benefits |
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(5) Worker Treatment |
Data related to forced labor, harassment and abuse, discrimination, discipline |
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(6) Worker Involvement |
Data related to freedom of association and collective bargaining, grievance systems, workers’ representatives |
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(7) Health & Safety |
Data related to general work environment, building safety, emergency preparedness, chemicals/hazardous substances, worker protection, materials handling and storage, electrical safety, first aid/medical, contractor safety, dormitories, canteens, childcare |
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(8) Termination |
Data related to forced labor, discrimination, employment practices, wages and benefits |
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(9) Management Systems (only in Step 2 and Step 3) |
Data related to the structure of “Plan” (policies and procedures/ strategy and goals), “Do” (roles and responsibility/ communication and training), “Check” (self-assessment), “Act” (continuous improvement) |
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(10) Above & Beyond (only in Step 3) |
Data related to workplace well-being, community impact |