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ResponsibleSteel Public Summary Template Version 2.1
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Mar 23, 2026
2026
ResponsibleSteel Public Summary Template Version 2.1
The ResponsibleSteel Public Summary Template Version 2.1 is a required format for the public summary report. It is designated for use by the ResponsibleSteel Secretariat and certification bodies following a successful audit.
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ResponsibleSteel Framework for Credible Interoperability V1.0
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Nov 14, 2025
2025
ResponsibleSteel Framework for Credible Interoperability V1.0
Efforts to increase alignment and enable interoperability between frameworks and standards are encouraging comparisons and estimations of equivalency. Conversion between jurisdictional standards is likely to become necessary to facilitate fair terms of trade. A framework is needed to shape how interoperability should support credible claims and trusted data for comparison and equivalency. This document provides such a framework, including the principles and procedures to be observed.
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Steelmakers and processors
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Policymakers
Steel buyers
Finance
Revision of the Production Standard timeline
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Oct 23, 2025
2025
Revision of the Production Standard timeline
This timeline outlines the process for the standard revision of the ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard.
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ResponsibleSteel Certification for Sites V2.0
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Jun 24, 2025
2025
ResponsibleSteel Certification for Sites V2.0
This guide outlines ResponsibleSteel certification for use by sites, covering criteria, audit processes, and compliance requirements.
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Auditors
Certification bodies
Input material programmes
Steelmakers and processors
ResponsibleSteel Certification Body Application Form (Mandatory)
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Jan 16, 2025
2025
ResponsibleSteel Certification Body Application Form (Mandatory)
This application form is to be completed by certification bodies seeking approval as a ResponsibleSteel certification body.
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ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Version 2.1.1
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Version 2.1.1
The Production Standard outlines ResponsibleSteel's requirements for the responsible sourcing and production of steel, as a tool for achieving ResponsibleSteel’s purpose: to maximise steel’s contribution to a sustainable society.
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Auditors
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Consultation Paper - ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Review & Revision v1.0
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
Consultation Paper - ResponsibleSteel International Production Standard Review & Revision v1.0
Consultation Paper for the review and revision of the International Production Standard.
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Terms of Reference for Review and Revision of the RS Production Standard v1.0
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Oct 1, 2024
2024
Terms of Reference for Review and Revision of the RS Production Standard v1.0
Terms of Reference for the review and revision of the International Production Standard, 2024
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Draft Chain of Custody First Public Consultation Feedback
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Jul 10, 2024
2024
Draft Chain of Custody First Public Consultation Feedback
This Excel sheet compiles stakeholders' feedback, suggestions and comments received during the first public consultation on a ResponsibleSteel Chain of Custody Standard.
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ResponsibleSteel International Chain of Custody Standard Draft Version 0.2
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Jul 10, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel International Chain of Custody Standard Draft Version 0.2
This document is a draft version of the ResponsibleSteel Chain of Custody Standard, which outlines the scope, requirements and labeling and claims.
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ResponsibleSteel Assurance Manual Version 2.2
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Jun 26, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel Assurance Manual Version 2.2
The ResponsibleSteel Assurance Manual Version 2.2 is tailored for recognised certification bodies engaged in certification processes within the ResponsibleSteel programme.
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Draft Recognition Assessment Copper Mark
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Jun 25, 2024
2024
Draft Recognition Assessment Copper Mark
This spreadsheet is a draft application of the ResponsibleSteel Recognition Assessment Tool to evaluate the Initiative for Copper Mark program, providing detailed criteria, scoring, and alignment with ResponsibleSteel standards.
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