Description
With the complexity of global supply chains, it is rarely possible to be certain that a product has or has not been produced using slavery. The rise in modern slavery is a fundamental challenge to the reputation of businesses. This on-site training, delivered at your premises, provides an introduction to the scale of Modern Slavery, your responsibilities under mandatory transparency legislation, how to spot the signs and how to protect your operations from the risks.
Objectives
By the end of this seminar, delegates will:
- Understand the escalating problem of modern slavery and exploitation
- Understand the prevalence on a global basis and the geographies most at risk
- Appreciate the role of businesses in ensuring best ethical practice and thinking beyond compliance
- Gain an insight into the main causes of modern slavery in the supply chain
- Understand and identify the potential indicators and common risks
- Know the steps required to comply with mandatory transparency legislation (Modern Slavery Act 2015)
- Have an action plan for the business to achieve compliance and work towards best ethical practice
Audience
Designed for buyers, procurement managers and senior managers in organisations with a complex or vast supply chain.