ISO 26000:2010 Guidance on social responsibility
ISO 26000:2010 Guidance on social responsibility
ISO 26000:2010 is a guideline standard that provides guidance on the principles of social responsibility, recognising social responsibility and engaging stakeholders.
Social responsibility is an ethical framework that is stipulated in the standard, focusing on how to work together to benefit individuals, organisations, and the community. The standard focuses on employee wellness programmes, the environment of the organisation and various guidelines for working together assisting the community.
What is ISO 26000:2010?
When approaching and practising social responsibility, the primary aim for an organisation is to maximise its contribution to sustainable development.
ISO 26000:2010 is a standard designed to assist organisations understand and address their social responsibility and contribute toward sustainable development. The standard is based on 7 social responsibility principles, which are:
- Accountability.
- Transparency.
- Ethical Behaviour.
- Respect for Stakeholder Interests.
- Respect for the Rule of Law.
- Respect for International Norms of Behaviour.
- Respect for Human Rights.
These social responsibility principles are implemented through addressing the core social responsibilities, which include:
- Human Rights.
- Labour Practices.
- The Environment.
- Fair Operating Practices.
- Consumer Issues.
- Community Involvement and Development.
Why does an Organisation need ISO 26000:2010?
ISO 26000:2010 assists organisations maximise their contribution toward sustainable development. Organisations of any size, whether it is in the private, public, large, or small, and whether operating in developed or developing countries, can utilise this standard as a guideline to implement the social responsibility principles and demonstrate its commitment to sustainable development.
This standard guides organisations on how to integrate and embed social responsibility into its operations and ensure that organisations not only contribute to sustainable development but also meet the sustainability goals. Sustainable operations attract clients and investors and can positively affect organisational growth.
What are the Benefits of Implementing ISO 26000:2010?
- Improved reputation as a sustainable company.
- Positive financial impacts and company growth.
- Guides organisations to implement and promote social responsibility.
- Positively impact climate change through prioritising environmental protection.
- Increased awareness of the positive effects of social responsibility.
- Creates a positive company culture.
How do I implement ISO 26000:2010 in an organisation?
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- Phase 1: Gap Analysis Audit and Information Gathering
- Phase 2: ISO Documentation, Risk Assessment, and Process Mapping
- Phase 3: Implementation and Training
- Phase 4: Certification
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Certification Process:
An organisation can get certified to a requirement standard. You can implement the standard and get certified by a third-party.
