Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code
The ETI Base Code is the internationally-recognised code of labour practice maintained by the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI), a multi-stakeholder alliance of companies, trade unions and NGOs founded in the United Kingdom. The Base Code, founded on the conventions of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), sets out nine provisions for the labour conditions of workers in global supply chains. ETI member companies commit to adopting the Base Code or an equivalent supplier code as the basis of their ethical-trade programme and to working progressively towards its implementation in their supply chains.
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Framework Domains (1)
ETI Base Code - 9 Provisions
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ETI-BC-1 | Employment is freely chosen |
| ETI-BC-2 | Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are respected |
| ETI-BC-3 | Working conditions are safe and hygienic |
| ETI-BC-4 | Child labour shall not be used |
| ETI-BC-5 | Living wages are paid |
| ETI-BC-6 | Working hours are not excessive |
| ETI-BC-7 | No discrimination is practised |
| ETI-BC-8 | Regular employment is provided |
| ETI-BC-9 | No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code?
Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code is a compliance framework from International (ETI — UK-based alliance) with 1 domains and 9 controls. The ETI Base Code is the internationally-recognised code of labour practice maintained by the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI), a multi-stakeholder alliance of companies, trade unions and NGOs founded in the United Kingdom. The Base Code, founded on the conventions of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), sets out nine provisions for the labour conditions of workers in global supply chains. ETI member companies commit to adopting the Base Code or an equivalent supplier code as the basis of their ethical-trade programme and to working progressively towards its implementation in their supply chains. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code have?
Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code has 9 controls organised across 1 domains. The largest domains are ETI Base Code - 9 Provisions (9 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code map to?
Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code maps to 1 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) (44% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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