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Outcomes of the Public Consultation on Principle 10
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Apr 23, 2024
2024
Outcomes of the Public Consultation on Principle 10
This document outlines proposed changes and outcomes of the urgent revision of Principle 10 of the ResponsibleSteel Production Standard following a 47-day public consultation period.
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ResponsibleSteel Decarbonisation Progress Level Calculator
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Apr 23, 2024
2024
ResponsibleSteel Decarbonisation Progress Level Calculator
This tool is designed to help steel producers calculate their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and assess their progress towards meeting ResponsibleSteel Steel certification and associated Decarbonisation Progress Level.
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Principle 3 Consultation
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Mar 15, 2024
2024
Principle 3 Consultation
This document presents draft revisions to the Progress Level requirements of Principle 3 resulting from the test phase of the ResponsibleSteel International Standard Version 2.0.
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Downstream Chain of Custody Consultation - Issues Paper
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Mar 15, 2024
2024
Downstream Chain of Custody Consultation - Issues Paper
This document presents four highlighted topics (issues) that ResponsibleSteel wishes to discuss and consult with stakeholders for its Chain of Custody Standard.
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Downstream Chain of Custody Draft Version 0.1
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Mar 15, 2024
2024
Downstream Chain of Custody Draft Version 0.1
This document is the first draft in the development of the ResponsibleSteel Chain of Custody Standard. The document defines a ‘segregated’ chain of custody system.
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Auditing guidance on additional requirements (under testing)
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Apr 19, 2023
2023
Auditing guidance on additional requirements (under testing)
This document is for approved certification bodies that want to offer certification services on the Progress Level requirements for responsible sourcing and decarbonisation.
Pending implementation
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Guidance on Defining the Certification and Audit Scope Certified Site Version 2.0
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Mar 1, 2023
2023
Guidance on Defining the Certification and Audit Scope Certified Site Version 2.0
This document has been written for use by sites and certification bodies and provides guidance on defining the scope for certification and audit processes within the ResponsibleSteel programme, ensuring alignment with standards and best practices.
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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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Overview Core and Progress Requirements (Mandatory)
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Dec 15, 2023
2023
Overview Core and Progress Requirements (Mandatory)
This document provides a comprehensive summary of all ResponsibleSteel requirements, outlining how these requirements are divided between Core Site Certification and Progress Levels for Steel Certification.
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Guidance on Auditor Soft Skills and Behaviour Version 1.0 (Mandatory)
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Mar 5, 2024
2024
Guidance on Auditor Soft Skills and Behaviour Version 1.0 (Mandatory)
'Guidance on auditor soft skills and behaviour' is integral to the ResponsibleSteel assurance system and is mandatory for certification bodies and auditors. It advises on conducting stakeholder interviews, interaction protocols, and fostering the appropriate mindset for stakeholder engagement, complementing other assurance documents.
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Audit Planning and Preparation Templates Version 2.0 (Mandatory)
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Sep 7, 2023
2023
Audit Planning and Preparation Templates Version 2.0 (Mandatory)
These templates are designed for use by certification bodies to request relevant information from steel sites in preparation for stage 1 and stage 2 audits.
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Guidance on stakeholder engagement for certification bodies
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Jan 1, 2020
2020
Guidance on stakeholder engagement for certification bodies
This guide has been written to support certification bodies in engaging stakeholders in ResponsibleSteel audits. It offers strategies aligned with ResponsibleSteel principles for effective stakeholder engagement.
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