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Ethical Compliance
The Social Standard by SIZA (Sustainable Initiative of South Africa) serves as a comprehensive framework aimed at fostering ethical and socially responsible practices within the agricultural sector, particularly in South Africa. It prioritizes fair treatment of workers, safe working conditions, and adherence to labour rights across the entire supply chain.
Encompassing various dimensions of social responsibility, the SIZA Social Standard addresses critical areas such as labour practices, health and safety, social welfare, community engagement, and ethical business conduct. By upholding these standards, agricultural producers demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices, bolstering trust and credibility among stakeholders.
However, navigating the complexities of these standards can be challenging, especially for farmers who may lack technical knowledge in compliance requirements. This gap in understanding can lead to inadvertent non-conformities and missed opportunities for improvement.
EZ Agri (Pty) Ltd bridges this gap by providing farmers with the technical expertise needed to navigate the intricacies of the SIZA Social Standard effectively. Our team assists farmers in identifying and addressing potential compliance issues, ensuring that they are well-prepared to meet the standards' requirements.
Through our collaborative approach, we work closely with farmers to close any gaps in their operations, particularly in areas such as record-keeping, policies, procedures, and risk assessments. By leveraging our technical knowledge and experience, farmers can proactively address compliance challenges and successfully implement the eight pillars of the SIZA Social Standard.
With our support, farmers can confidently demonstrate their commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, paving the way for certification under the SIZA Social Standard and contributing to the overall well-being of workers and communities.
The following outlines the process we will follow to assist you on your journey to accreditation:
Initial Consultation: Conduct a telephone conversation to determine the facility's requirements.
Quotation Approval: Provide a quotation for services, awaiting client approval.
Client Permission Forms: Obtain necessary authorization and consent forms from the client.
Payment: Process payments for the agreed-upon services.
Registration & Activation: Register and activate the client on the SIZA Platform, facilitating their compliance.
Welcome Pack: Provide the client with a comprehensive welcome pack containing essential information.
Audit Arrangements: Initiate applications to schedule the audit process.
Pre-Audit & Site Visit: Conduct pre-audit preparations and site visits, including meetings with senior management to discuss policy content.
Internal Audit Report: Generate an internal audit report, covering physical aspects, worker documents (e.g., payslips, contracts), and other relevant information.
Documentation Submission: Supply supporting documentation required to complete the Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) Platform.
Audit Pack Compilation: Compile all necessary documents and information into an audit pack.
Audit Pack Printing: Print the audit pack for review and submission.
Courier Delivery: Arrange for the courier delivery of the audit pack to the client's location.