Purpose of social responsibility management system audit

When conducting a social responsibility management system audit, the audit purpose should be clearly defined and the audit should be based on the audit purpose specified by the client.

The purposes of social responsibility management system audit are generally the following:

(1) Determine whether the system established by the audited party complies with the social responsibility management system standards.

(2) Determine whether the social responsibility management system established by the audited party is effectively implemented and maintained.

(3) Determine the adequacy, suitability and effectiveness of the management system.

(4) Identify areas that require improvement in the auditee’s social responsibility management system.

(5) Implement third-party certification, such as SA8000 certification.

(6) Evaluate the social responsibility management system of business partners, such as supplier certification.