About SA8000 — Social Accountability Certification
SA8000 is an internationally recognised social certification standard for factories and organisations across all industry sectors. Developed by Social Accountability International (SAI), SA8000 verifies compliance with international human rights norms and national labour laws — covering child labour, forced labour, health and safety, freedom of association, discrimination, disciplinary practices, working hours, and compensation.
Our SA8000 — Social Accountability Certification Services
- Child labour prevention and verification
- Forced labour assessment and controls
- Occupational health and safety requirements
- Freedom of association and collective bargaining rights
- Discrimination prevention policies
- Fair working hours compliance (max 48 hours/week + voluntary overtime)
- Minimum wage compliance verification
- Management system for social accountability
Why Work With ISOAsia?
ISOAsia has guided hundreds of Asian businesses through SA8000 — Social Accountability Certification and related compliance programmes. Our consultants combine deep regulatory knowledge with practical implementation experience — ensuring your certification project is completed efficiently, correctly, and to the highest standard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Major brands including Walmart, IKEA, Gap, H&M, and many other global retailers require SA8000 certification or equivalent social compliance from their Asian suppliers as a condition of continued business.
SA8000 is voluntary but required by many international buyers and brands for their supplier approval programmes. It provides a comprehensive, third-party verified framework for social compliance beyond simple self-declaration.