Integrated audit
Hold more than one standard? One audit.
Sedex/SMETA shares its structure with SA 8000. We audit them together — one team, one visit, one report.
−25%audit days on average
1lead auditor for all standards
The most widely used ethical audit format — labour standards, health and safety, environment and business ethics (2-pillar or 4-pillar) shared through the Sedex platform.
SMETA audits follow the ETI Base Code and local law. The report is uploaded to Sedex where buyers review it; corrective action plans track improvement.
ETI Base Code requirements.
Workplace conditions.
4-pillar option.
4-pillar option.
Tracked on Sedex.
Sedex/SMETA is audited against these requirement areas. Open each one to see what auditors look for in your company.
Sedex/SMETA shares its structure with SA 8000. We audit them together — one team, one visit, one report.
Scroll the steps — the bar shows where you are in the process. Every step has a named coordinator and a fixed timeline.
You send a short application; a coordinator sizes the audit and sends a fixed offer.
→ Offer with audit planDocumentation review and readiness check — remote or on site. Gaps are listed, not penalised.
→ Readiness reportOn-site assessment of implementation and effectiveness with a team that knows your sector.
→ Audit reportIndependent certification decision; the certificate is issued and entered into the public register.
→ Sedex/SMETA certificateAnnual surveillance keeps the certificate in force; re-certification in year three.
→ Certificate maintainedTick what you already have. You do not need a perfect system to apply — you need a working one.
Based on the items ticked on the left. Indicative — the Stage 1 audit gives the formal picture.
Apply for Sedex/SMETA →Did not find yours? Call us — a coordinator answers within the same business day.
+38 (044) 332-30-76Send an application — we define scope and audit duration, and issue a fixed offer within one business day.