IQNet SR10 – Social Responsibility

Benefits of IQNet SR10 on social responsibility

IQNet SR10 certification in corporate social responsibility (CSR) offers the following benefits:

  • It enhances reputation and marketing by positioning social responsibility as a key differentiator from competitors.
  • It improves communication with stakeholders by providing transparent and validated CSR information.
  • It improves best practices in risk management related to social responsibility, reducing the negative impacts of the organisation’s activities on society and the environment.
  • The Social Responsibility Management System is aligned with the Conventions of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the ISO 26000 standard.
  • CSR requirements integrate easily with other management systems focused on continuous improvement, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, etc.

Social responsibility consultancy in accordance with IQNet SR10

  • Social Responsibility Consultancy to implement Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), certifiable to the IQNet SR10 standard.
  • IQNet SR10 Audit – Social Responsibility. Audits conducted in accordance with the IQNet SR10 standard to assess CSR management, develop an action plan, and carry out internal audits of the corporate social responsibility management system. This can be carried out in conjunction with other standards.
  • ISO outsourcing. Save money by outsourcing the tasks of the Social Responsibility Certificate Manager.
  • Strategic consultancy. We help you integrate Corporate Social Responsibility into your strategy,

IQNet SR10 requirements for social responsibility

We highlight the following requirements for a social responsibility management system:

  • Social responsibility management system. This includes the Social Responsibility Manual as well as the control of documents and records within the IQNet SR10 management system.
  • Management responsibility. The IQNet SR10 standard requires management commitment through the approval of the Social Responsibility Policy, the planning of the social responsibility management system—for example, based on targets and programmes linked to social responsibility objectives—as well as transparency of information.
  • Organisational requirements regarding employees and social responsibility: we highlight that it takes into account requirements relating to non-discrimination; the right to privacy; forced labour; child labour; health and safety; accessible environments; association and collective bargaining; work-life balance; and respect for the dignity of workers.
  • Organisational requirements regarding customers, users and consumers. The IQNet SR10 standard incorporates requirements relating to promotions and advertising; contracts; confidentiality and privacy; honesty; customer service and after-sales service; and socially responsible goods and services.
  • The organisation’s requirements regarding suppliers and partners. This involves promoting these principles throughout the supply chain, as well as ensuring the integrity of suppliers within an organisation that meets the IQNet SR10 requirements.
  • The organisation’s requirements regarding partnerships and collaborations in relation to social responsibility, in accordance with IQNet SR10.
  • The organisation’s requirements regarding all stakeholders, such as public authorities and suppliers.
  • Measurement, analysis and improvement of social responsibility. This involves data analysis, assessment of legal compliance and assessment of stakeholder expectations.

Standards relating to social responsibility

  • Forética – Corporate Social Responsibility – SG21 Ethical and Socially Responsible Management System
  • Global Reporting Initiative GR 4 – Global Reporting Initiative Sustainability Reports.
  • SMETA 2 and 4-pillar audit
  • ISO 26000 – Corporate Social Responsibility Management System.