Certificación
SA 8000 Certification Social Responsibility Management
The most recognized international standard of social responsibility, which guarantees fair, safe and ethical working conditions in the organization and its supply chain.
¿Qué es SA 8000 Certification?
What is SA8000?
A verifiable commitment to people
SA8000 is an international social responsibility standard, developed by Social Accountability International (SAI), that establishes verifiable requirements to ensure ethical working conditions within an organization and its supply chain. Unlike a self-declaration, SA8000 certification involves a third-party audit that assesses effective compliance with fundamental labor rights: from the prohibition of child and forced labor to freedom of association, non-discrimination, and safe working conditions. Therefore, it relies on a management system: compliance alone is not enough; the organization must sustain and improve that compliance over time, with ongoing monitoring by LSQA.
Conceptual basis
Built upon international human rights frameworks
ILO Conventions
The standard is based on the International Labour Organization's fundamental conventions on child labour, forced labour, discrimination and freedom of association.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
It incorporates the basic principles of dignity and internationally recognized labor rights.
UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
It establishes specific criteria for protection and remediation in the face of situations of child labor.
Structure of the standard
The 9 elements of SA8000
Child Labor
The use or support of child labor is not permitted, with remediation policies focused on the well-being of the child.
Forced or Compulsory Labor
Prohibition of any form of work under coercion, threat or restriction of freedom, guaranteeing voluntary employment.
Health and Safety
Safe and healthy work environment, with risk prevention, access to health services and training.
Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
Workers' right to associate, join trade unions and bargain collectively without reprisals.
Discrimination
Equal opportunities and treatment, without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, disability or other condition.
Disciplinary Practices
Prohibition of corporal punishment, physical or mental coercion and verbal abuse as a disciplinary measure.
Work Schedule
Working hours not exceeding 48 hours per week, with at least one day off every seven days and voluntary overtime.
Remuneration
Wages that cover at least the legal minimum and the basic needs of the worker, without unjustified deductions.
Management System
Integration of the standard's requirements into the organization's management, with policies, review, and continuous improvement.
El valor del sello de LSQA
Convertimos respaldo técnico en confianza
El sello LSQA no es solo un documento: es la prueba visible de que una organización pasó por un proceso de auditoría exigente y objetivo. Cuando un cliente, un socio comercial o un regulador lo ve, sabe que detrás hay años de trayectoria certificando en toda América Latina, criterios técnicos rigurosos y seguimiento constante — no una autoevaluación. Por eso el sello se convierte en una herramienta comercial: reduce la incertidumbre de quien te elige y comunica, de un vistazo, un compromiso real con la calidad.
Why get certified?
We turn social commitment into verifiable trust.
Access to international markets and buyers that require SA8000 as a homologation requirement
Compliance with the Social indicator (S) within ESG and sustainability reports
Greater control and traceability over the working conditions of suppliers and subcontractors
Improvements in attracting and retaining talent, and in the internal work environment
Reduction of legal and reputational risks associated with labor non-compliance
Your journey with LSQA
Certification Process
Contact with LSQA
I receive advice
I provide the information needed for a quote
I receive a quote
I confirm the agreement by signing the contract
Welcome to the LSQA network
I am contacted to begin coordinating the service
I meet the audit team for my confirmation
I receive the audit plan
Audit
I receive the report
If applicable, I receive the certificate
My voice is heardPreguntas frecuentes
Which companies need to be SA8000 certified?
This is especially relevant for organizations that export or work with European or American buyers, operate in sensitive sectors such as textiles, agriculture, fishing or manufacturing, or must demonstrate labor compliance in the face of audits by clients or regulatory bodies.
Does SA8000 require monitoring of suppliers and subcontractors?
Yes. The standard requires that the certified company monitor and control the working conditions of its suppliers and subcontractors, especially when they are part of the direct production process.
Do government agencies require this certification?
Not always, but in many cases public entities require it or value it as a guarantee that suppliers meet ethical and labor standards, especially in sectors such as cleaning, security or outsourced services.
How often are follow-up audits conducted?
Once certified, the organization receives follow-up audits every 12 months (single site) or every 6 to 12 months (multi-site), starting from the initial certification audit.
What is the SA8000 standard based on?
It is based on the fundamental conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
What is the relationship between SA8000 and ESG?
SA8000 is a key standard for the Social (S) indicator of the ESG model, as it provides verifiable evidence on labor rights, personnel management and compliance in the supply chain.
What happens if a non-compliance is detected during the audit?
Nonconformities are identified, and the organization must submit a corrective action plan within a defined timeframe. Certification is granted or maintained once the corrective action has been verified.
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