2. Introduction of WRAP
WRAP is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to the certification of lawful, humane and ethical manufacturing throughout the world. The aim of the WRAP initiative is to provide a framework for a 5-Step certification system (1. Application, 2. Self-Assessment, 3. Monitoring, 4. Evaluation, 5.Certification) for responsible textile production centers.
The objective of the Apparel Certification Program is to independently monitor and certify compliance with 12 principles centered on work, anti-corruption, forgery and environmental standards

3. Introduction of WRAP Principles
The objective of the Apparel Certification Program is to independently monitor and certify compliance with 12 principles centred on work, anti-corruption, forgery and environmental standards.
Compliance with Laws and Workplace Regulations
Prohibition of Forced Labour
Prohibition of Child Labour
Prohibition of Harassment or Abuse
Compensation and Benefits
Working hours
Prohibition of Discrimination
Health and Safety
Freedom of Association & Collective Bargaining
Environment
Customs Compliance
Security

4. Introduction of WRAP Principles

5. Introduction of WRAP Principles
Compliance with Laws and Workplace Regulations Facilities will comply with laws and regulations in all locations where they conduct business. Prohibition of Forced Labor Facilities will not use involuntary, forced or trafficked labor. Prohibition of Child Labor Facilities will not hire any employee under the age of 14 or under the minimum age established by law for employment, whichever is greater, or any employee whose employment would interfere with compulsory schooling. Prohibition of Harassment or Abuse Facilities will provide a work environment free of supervisory or co-worker harassment or abuse, and free of corporal punishment in any form. Compensation and Benefits Facilities will pay at least the minimum total compensation required by local law, including all mandated wages, allowances & benefits. Hours of Work Hours worked each day, and days worked each week, shall not exceed the limitations of the country’s law.  Facilities will provide at least one day off in every seven-day period, except as required to meet urgent business needs. Prohibition of Discrimination Facilities will employ, pay, promote, and terminate workers on the basis of their ability to do the job, rather than on the basis of personal characteristics or beliefs

6. Introduction of WRAP Principles
Prohibition of Discrimination Facilities will employ, pay, promote, and terminate workers on the basis of their ability to do the job, rather than on the basis of personal characteristics or beliefs. Health and Safety Facilities will provide a safe and healthy work environment. Where residential housing is provided for workers, facilities will provide safe and healthy housing. Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining Facilities will recognize and respect the right of employees to exercise their lawful rights of free association and collective bargaining. Environment Facilities will comply with environmental rules, regulations and standards applicable to their operations, and will observe environmentally conscious practices in all locations where they operate. Customs Compliance Facilities will comply with applicable customs laws, and in particular, will establish and maintain programs to comply with customs laws regarding illegal transshipment of finished products. Security Facilities will maintain facility security procedures to guard against the introduction of non-manifested cargo into outbound shipments (i.e. drugs, explosives biohazards and /or other contraband).

7. Certification process WRAP
How a facility gets certified
Step 1 – Application
The facility sends a completed application form and fee (US$1195) to WRAP.
To apply for certification, click on "New Application" or "Renew Certification" (whichever is relevant to the facility in question) on top of this page
Step 2 – Self-Assessment
The Self-Assessment Handbook can be found on the website under Handbooks.
The handbooks are written in English, Spanish, and Chinese and explain WRAP’s principles and procedures. Facility management must adopt all the principles and prepare documentation that indicating that it is implementing certain procedures. When satisfied that it has complied with the requirements in the Handbook for a minimum of  90 days, the facility notifies WRAP that it is ready for monitoring

8. Certification process WRAP
Step 3 – Monitoring
WRAP authorizes facility management to hire an independent monitor from a list of monitoring companies and civil society organizations that regularly perform audits for compliance with policies and procedures required by third parties—in this case, WRAP. WRAP has accredited them to monitor facilities in one or more specified countries for compliance with WRAP’s detailed policies and procedures
Step 4 – Evaluation
The WRAP staff takes one of two actions:
WRAP Staff may notify the facility that it needs to correct certain procedures and have the monitor make an additional inspection and report. After the factory makes the corrections, it must implement them for at least 90 days before the monitoring firm conducts its follow-up inspection. If the factory does not satisfactorily implement corrective actions within the original six-month grace period (see above), it must renew its application and repay the registration fee in order to be considered for certification.
WRAP Staff may recommend to the Certification Board that the factory be certified.

9. Certification process WRAP
Step 5 – Certification
Certification The Certification Board (currently the Board of Directors of WRAP) studies the recommendation of the staff, including the monitor’s report, and votes to award or withhold certification. (In the latter case, the staff will proceed as in Step 4 (A), above.) During the one-year certification period, all facilities, especially those that needed a second audit, are subject to unannounced inspections

10. Certification process WRAP
Levels of certification
In October 2006, WRAP announced the introduction of a new, three-level facility certification program.
Platinum” Certificate    
Awarded to a facility that has demonstrated full compliance with all WRAP principles for three consecutive years, and has successfully “passed” each audit with no corrective actions. Facilities that meet these criteria will be issued a two-year certificate.
Gold” Certificate
A one-year certificate is awarded to a facility that has demonstrated full compliance with all WRAP principles during the first audit, or in subsequent audits. The one year certification begins from the date of issue of the certificate, not from the date of the audit
Silver” Certificate
A six-month certificate will be issued to facilities that demonstrate substantial compliance with the WRAP principles, but have minor non-compliances in policies, procedures or training that need to be addressed. Facilities may not have any “red flag” noncompliance's such as child labor, egregious health & safety or environmental issues, prison labor, forced labor or involuntary labor, or harassment or abuse of employees. Facilities must demonstrate that employees are paid the legal minimum wage and any required overtime compensation

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