Workplace Conditions Assessment (WCA) | Social Compliance & Risk Management

Intertek’s Workplace Conditions Assessment (WCA) program provides a powerful, web-based solution for companies and facilities seeking to improve workplace conditions efficiently and in accordance with widely accepted industry standards and best practices.

What is WCA?

Intertek’s Workplace Conditions Assessment (WCA) is a comprehensive, risk-based program designed to help organizations evaluate and improve workplace conditions across their supply chains.

WCA is an industry-agnostic, web-based assessment program that offers:

Labor Practices: Evaluating fair wages, working hours, and non-discriminatory practices.
Health & Safety: Assessing workplace safety protocols and employee well-being measures.
Environmental Compliance: Reviewing environmental management systems and sustainability practices.
Business Ethics: Ensuring adherence to ethical business practices and anti-corruption policies.

The program utilizes a risk-based approach, providing companies with tools to identify high-risk suppliers and focus resources effectively where they matter most.

Why do companies need WCA?

The Intertek WCA program covers critical areas that matter to your business and supply chain partners:

Supply Chain Transparency: Gain visibility beyond tier 1 suppliers to ensure ethical practices throughout your supply chain.
Risk Mitigation: Identify and address potential risks related to labor practices, health and safety, and environmental compliance.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to international labor and environmental standards, reducing legal and reputational risks.
Continuous Improvement: Utilize data analytics and insights to drive ongoing enhancements in workplace conditions

How WCA Works

Our flexible program adapts to your needs, whether you require a one-time assessment, regular audits, or integration with other Intertek supply chain solutions.

Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of workplace conditions across your supply chain.
Benchmarking: Compare performance against industry standards and best practices.
Improvement Planning: Develop strategies to address identified gaps and enhance workplace conditions.
Implementation Support: Provide guidance and resources to implement improvement plans.
Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress and report on key performance indicators to stakeholders.

Partner with Intertek

Intertek is a trusted global provider of supply chain assurance solutions, offering:

Expertise: Decades of experience in auditing and certification services.
Global Reach: A vast network of auditors and professionals across over 100 countries.
Integrated Solutions: Comprehensive services that address social, environmental, and ethical compliance.
Technology-Driven Insights: Advanced data analytics and reporting tools to support decision-making.

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Enhancing Your Responsible Sourcing Program

Intertek WCA is designed to support your responsible sourcing objectives, meet customer requirements, and comply with international standards such as the UN Guiding Principles, ILO Conventions, and retailer Codes of Conduct.

Frequently Asked Questions: Workplace Conditions Assessment (WCA)

The Intertek WCA is a standardized assessment program designed to evaluate and benchmark workplace conditions in facilities around the world, focusing on labour, wages, health and safety, management systems, and environmental practices.

WCA is ideal for brands, retailers, importers, and manufacturers who want to ensure their facilities and those in their supply chain meet legal, ethical, and customer-driven standards.

WCA helps you identify and mitigate social, ethical, and operational risks. It enables you to demonstrate due diligence to customers, drive improvements at the facility level, and build trust with stakeholders.

Intertek’s WCA program offers a globally consistent methodology, experienced auditors, and actionable, benchmarked reporting. It is supported by digital platforms that enable seamless data access, trend analysis, and integration with broader responsible sourcing programs.

Yes. WCA can be combined with Intertek’s suite of assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services, providing a comprehensive approach to supply chain risk management.

Contact Intertek to discuss your requirements. Our experts will guide you through the process, from site selection and scheduling to reporting and corrective action planning.