A Verifier Body (VB) is an organization for which a Verifier works. The VB is responsible for:
- Ensuring the quality and integrity of their Verifier's SLCP verification
- Training Verifiers on SLCP, technical and social skills needed for verification, and integrity
- Assigning Verifiers when a verification is requested by the facility
SLCP VB criteria are:
Criteria |
Specifics |
Organization type and experience |
2nd party or 3rd party with minimal 3 years’ track record in auditing of social and labor conditions in textile, apparel or footwear facilities. |
Geographical Location |
Experience with social and labor auditing in SLCP roll-out country/region |
Internal management system |
Management system in place to select and monitor SLCP approved Verifiers, and assure quality of verification process including:
Signed indemnification form for all SLCP approved Verifiers employed by Verifier Body |
The Verification Oversight Organization (VOO) is responsible for the VB selection process. To start the Verifier Body (VB) application process, VBs must first sign the VB Terms of Use. Start the application process here.
To access the list of SLCP approved Verifier Bodies, click here.