FAQ
The Verification Protocol contains the procedures, rules and process requirements for conducting an SLCP verification. Verifiers must follow these rules wh...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:25 PM
SLCP verifications can be announced, semi-announced or unannounced. This will depend on the facility's decision. When announced, the date(s) of the o...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:22 PM
SLCP now introduces Full Virtual Verification in force majeure cases only. SLCP Full Virtual Verification is a time and resource intensive process for th...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:25 PM
When going through the SLCP assessment process, you can tell how far along a facility is by checking their assessment status. Statuses are communicated in t...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:26 PM
SLCP is available in a growing number of countries/regions. For an up-to-date list of countries/regions where SLCP is currently available, have a look at th...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:26 PM
The Converged Assessment Framework (CAF) consists of three elements: 1. Data Collection Tool (online on the AH platform and an offline Excel) The ‘Question...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:27 PM
The SLCP Quality Assurance Manual provides information about the Verifier and Verifier Body selection process as well as Quality Assurance (QA) processes...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:29 PM
In some extreme cases a verified assessment report is invalidated. When a verified report is invalidated, the report is removed from the system and sharing ...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:29 PM
Yes. If you are an interested stakeholder (e.g. brand, non-governmental organization, etc.) that wishes to observe/shadow a scheduled verification, you need...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:30 PM
For SLCP to rigorously ensure the quality of Verifier Bodies (VBs) and the integrity of the SLCP program, VBs are assessed on several different factors. Fac...
Tue, 14 Mar, 2023 at 12:30 PM