Upcoming training dates: Friday, July 11 and Friday, July 25
Safeguard your brand reputation and secure your buyer relationships. With increased scrutiny from civil society, U.S. regulators, and global brands, North America is now considered a high-risk region for labor and human rights violations—particularly around child labor, forced labor, and undocumented workers. As a result, leading brands and retailers are expanding their supplier oversight programs, including Codes of Conduct and third-party audits under schemes such as Sedex/SMETA, BSCI/Amfori, and RBA.
Many U.S.-based suppliers are unprepared for these requirements, resulting in failed audits, strained buyer relationships, and escalating compliance costs. This practical, solution-focused training will prepare U.S. factories and worksites to meet—and exceed—buyer expectations.
Why Buyers & Suppliers Should Participate
- Buyers gain improved assurance that their U.S. suppliers are prepared and aligned with international labor standards, reducing risk across the upstream supply chain.
- Suppliers gain clear guidance to improve audit performance, reduce the risk of findings, and strengthen relationships with key customers.
Training Features
- Delivered by seasoned, multilingual compliance experts with over 15 years’ experience in auditing and remediation.
- Focused on real-world audit scenarios, U.S. labor law, and international buyer expectations
- Includes actionable guidance for pre-audit, onsite audit, and post-audit corrective action stages.
What You’ll Learn
1. UNDERSTAND – Core Expectations from Buyers & Global Standards
- Critical issues defined by the ILO, U.S. Department of Labor, and buyer codes (e.g., Walmart, Costco, Sysco, RBA).
- Requirements under non-legal standards: Sedex/SMETA, BSCI, RBA, and custom buyer codes of conduct.
2. PREPARE – Onsite Audit Readiness
- What to expect before, during, and after a third-party social audit.
- Managing auditor interactions, document access, and worker interviews.
- How to ensure compliance with I-9, age verification, and data privacy laws.
3. TAKE ACTION – Effective Post-Audit Response
- Navigating corrective action plans and submission timelines.
- Conducting root cause analysis and prioritizing sustainable improvements.
- Best practices for challenging findings, managing disputes, and maintaining credibility with buyers.
Post-Training Support
- Online certificate exam to validate retention.
- One hour of remote expert support to apply the training at your worksite.
- 12 months of access to the Mosaic Compliance Helpdesk for follow-up questions or document reviews.
Who Should Attend
- U.S.-based factories, suppliers, and distributors in food, apparel, electronics, logistics, and other high-risk sectors.
- HR managers, compliance officers, plant managers, and anyone responsible for social or labor compliance.
- Buyers who want to sponsor supplier participation or conduct internal benchmarking.
Registration Details
- Fee: $350 – $499 per registrant
- Multi-seat discount: 25% off with code SAPDD25
- Link to register: https://buy.stripe.com/8x2cN55NT5mL2V5d1q6Zy06
- Once registered, you’ll receive:
- A preparation email with FAQs, trainer profile, and reference materials.
- Access to the live session, exam, and certificate.
- Follow-up support options with our trainer.
Questions: [email protected]