Over the past two decades, different social and ethical audit standards have been set up and have thus created unnecessary duplication and audit fatigue to both the buyer and supplier sides. In view of this, the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) has been set up.

What is SLCP? 

The Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) is an initiative designed to streamline the auditing of labor standards in apparel and footwear facilities and improve working conditions by using a Converged Assessment Framework (CAF) Version 1.5.

SLCP signatories commit to replacing their proprietary social audit tools with the Converged Assessment Framework to reduce audit fatigue and free up resources, which can be redirected to improving working conditions.

Conforming to the Social and Labor Convergence Program involves a three-stage process:

1. A self-assessment conducted by the facility or a joint assessment with the aid of a third party
2. The data is then independently verified by SLCP-approved verifiers and this includes an on-site visit. 
3. This verified data is uploaded to the secure gateway and accredited host where authorized SLCP users can review the data. 

What are the benefits of SLCP?

The main benefit of an SLCP audit is that companies that have been verified are not required to be assessed multiple times by different bodies. This allows them to:

• Reassign time and resources towards improving labor conditions within facilities, making informed decisions using the comparable data they now have access to. 
• Avoid duplication of work and improve transparency
• Implement corrective measures that result in real change. 

Why Choose Eurofins Assurance as your approved Verifier Body?

The Eurofins CPA network of companies has been approved as one of the Verifier Bodies by SLCP, showcasing our capability and commitment to delivering social and labor compliance assurance to consumer product supply chains.

Our approval covers key manufacturing countries. Buyers and suppliers can leverage our auditing expertise to achieve SLCP compliance goals and facilitate continuous improvement.

To meet the requirements of hectic sourcing schedules, we can complete the final verification of data four working days after your on-site visit. Our efficiency gives customers a competitive edge when it comes to sourcing and supply chain management.

Looking for SLCP training? We’re an SLCP Training Body too! Learn more here.

Our certification activities are provided by independent Certification Bodies, separately from any consulting activities. Impartiality is safeguarded by Eurofins Assurance’s relevant policies to avoid conflicts of interest.