WRAP Certification | Social Audit for Global Supply Chain

What is WRAP?

WRAP is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and certifying ethical labor practices and responsible production throughout the garment, footwear, and sewn goods industries. It offers a comprehensive audit and certification program that assesses factories against its 12 Principles including:

• Compliance with laws and workplace regulations
• Prohibition of forced labor
• Prohibition of child labor
• Prohibition of harassment or abuse
• Compensation and benefits
• Working hours
• Prohibition of Discrimination
• Health and Safety
• Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining
• Environment 
• Customs Compliance
• Security

Over 700 buyers, brands, and retailers worldwide accept WRAP certifications, making it the most widely accepted independent certification program in the sewn products industry. WRAP-certified facilities who comply with these principles demonstrate their commitment to having a safe, healthy, and ethical work environmental for their workers. 

As an accredited auditor company for WRAP, Bureau Veritas provide extensive knowledge and experience to help you meet the certification requirements.
Important Note: It is important to remember that WRAP certifications can only be granted to individual production units. Holding companies, brands, and retailers are not eligible to apply directly for WRAP certification, but they often require their suppliers to be WRAP-certified.

Our WRAP Audit and Certification Services Include:

• Pre-audit gap analysis to identify areas for improvement before the formal audit.
• On-site audit conducted by qualified auditors who assess compliance against WRAP principles.
• Detailed audit report with findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans.
• Ongoing support to help businesses implement corrective actions and prepare for certification.
• Certification process management to guide your facility through the entire certification process.

WRAP Rating Standard and Validity Frequency:

The frequency of audits depends on the certification level achieved:

• Silver: Inspected at least every six months.
• Gold: Inspected at least every year.
• Platinum: Inspected at least once every two years.

All certified facilities are also subject to random, unannounced Post-Certification Assessments during their certification period to ensure continued compliance.