What is ISO 26000?
ISO 26000 provides guidance on social responsibility, helping organisations operate ethically and transparently, contributing to sustainable development and stakeholder wellbeing.
Benefits of Certification
- ✔Demonstrate social and ethical responsibility
- ✔Strengthen ESG and sustainability credentials
- ✔Improve stakeholder relationships
- ✔Enhance reputation and brand value
- ✔Support responsible business practices
Scope
Guidance for all types of organisation, regardless of size or location, wishing to operate in a socially responsible manner.
Who it applies to
- ●Corporates & enterprises
- ●Public sector & government
- ●Financial & professional services
- ●Infrastructure & asset owners
- ●Facilities & real estate
- ●Non-profit organisations
What the scope covers
- ▸Governance, roles and responsibilities
- ▸Identification of obligations and risks
- ▸Operational planning and controls
- ▸Leadership and organisational culture
- ▸Performance evaluation and reporting
- ▸Continual improvement
Key Requirements
- ▸Organisational governance
- ▸Human rights and labour practices
- ▸The environment
- ▸Fair operating practices
- ▸Consumer issues
- ▸Community involvement and development
Certification Process
- 1
Application & Quotation
Submit your details and receive a tailored, fixed-price quotation based on scope, sites and headcount.
- 2
Gap Analysis (Optional)
An optional pre-audit review identifies gaps between your current practices and the standard.
- 3
Stage 1 Audit
Documentation review to confirm your management system is designed and ready for assessment.
- 4
Stage 2 Audit
On-site (or remote) assessment of the implementation and effectiveness of your system.
- 5
Certification Decision
An independent technical review leads to the certification decision and issue of your certificate.
- 6
Surveillance & Renewal
Annual surveillance audits maintain your certification over the three-year cycle before recertification.
Documents Required
- 📄Company registration / incorporation details
- 📄Organisation chart and list of sites
- 📄Scope statement of activities
- 📄Management system manual / documented information
- 📄Key policies and procedures relevant to the standard
- 📄Records demonstrating implementation (audits, reviews, training)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does ISO 26000 certification take?
Typical timelines range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the size of your organisation, the number of sites and how mature your existing management system is.
How long is a ISO 26000 certificate valid?
Certificates are issued for a three-year cycle, subject to successful annual surveillance audits, after which recertification renews the cycle.
Can the audit be conducted remotely?
Yes. Where appropriate, UKCTL can conduct Stage 1 and parts of Stage 2 remotely, combined with on-site verification as required.
Is ISO 26000 certification accredited?
UKCTL issues accredited certificates recognised internationally, giving your customers and stakeholders confidence in the assessment.
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