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.

The ResponsibleSteel Approval Fee and Payment Process details the fees associated with certification bodies and auditors seeking approval for ResponsibleSteel certification activities.

ResponsibleSteel Exception Procedure Version 1.0 defines the conditions and procedures to be followed for managing exceptions to the ResponsibleSteel Assurance Manual and Claims. The procedure is written to comply with the ISEAL Codes of Good Practice for Standard Setting (V6.0) and Assurance (V2.0) and was endorsed by the ResponsibleSteel Standards, Assurance and Claims Committee (SACC).

The Oversight Mechanism is vital for upholding the credibility, independence, and excellence of ResponsibleSteel assurance processes. This document outlines the Oversight Mechanism established by ResponsibleSteel. It encompasses various processes such as the assessment of certification bodies and individual auditors, maintaining approvals, and implementing relevant sanctions, including suspensions and withdrawals of approvals.

The ResponsibleSteel Public Summary Template Version 2.0 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.

This slide deck outlines the proposed scope of the ResponsibleSteel Chain of Custody Standard, objective of the CoC Standard development process, and its decision-making procedure.

These slides report on Phase 1 of the Downstream Chain of Custody (CoC), providing a comprehensive analysis and results related to the implementation of ResponsibleSteel CoC system.