ResponsibleSteel Certification
What is ResponsibleSteel?
ResponsibleSteel is the steel industry’s first global, multi-stakeholder standard and certification initiative dedicated to sustainability within the sector. Its mission is to maximize steel’s contribution to a more sustainable society through the cooperation of companies and stakeholders at all levels of the steel supply chain by providing a forum for discussion, collaboration, and designation.
The standard covers key ESG issues:
Corporate Leadership
Social, Environmental and Governance Management Systems
Occupational Health and Safety
Labor Rights
Human Rights
Local Communities
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Noise, Emissions, Effluents and Waste
Water Stewardship
Biodiversity
Closure and Decommissioning
This standard applies to operational steelmaking sites and those related to processing their raw materials or producing steel products. The standard follows a traditional certification process outlined below and can be integrated with other standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001.
Explore the Benefits of ResponsibleSteel Certification
The ResponsibleSteel certification program will be of value to producers already maintaining high standards, by providing a competitive edge in the market. It will bring benefits to stakeholders and the industry by encouraging those who could operate more responsibly to raise their game.
Benefits of certified operations include:
Responsibly source and produce steel to meet the sustainability requirements of your customers
Set and achieve sourcing and production impact goals that protect natural resources such water usage reductions and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions
Develop operational efficiencies, continually improve, and reduce risk within the supply chain
A higher ESG market rating and lower ESG risk will appeal to investors
Hold a reputation as a pioneer in the sustainable development of steel and encourage others to follow
Ability to market your product(s) as sustainable, differentiating it from others is crucial particularly in consumer facing industries where sustainable initiatives are in high demand
Why Certify with PRI Certification?
Providing assessments quality standards for nearly 30 years, PRI has deep industry knowledge across a variety of industry sectors.
We know what matters. Our experienced and dedicated staff provide a management system experience that builds value for your organization. With PRI Certification, you receive:
- Local, Expert Auditors: Experienced, friendly, local auditors save you travel costs and know your community and industry well
- Personal Attention: A dedicated Account Specialist provides you professional and friendly support throughout the audit and certification process
- Convenient Scheduling: A scheduling team who works directly with you and your auditor to efficiently schedule your audits
- Streamlined Process: Virtual tools to make the process efficient and easy to track your audit performance history
- Marketing Support: A complimentary media kit to help you promote your certification
Achieve ResponsibleSteel Certification through PRI Certification
Steel companies are major suppliers to, and customers of, other leading industrial sectors. As a committed member of the global supply chain, PRI Certification offers metal and materials clients the assessment services they need to improve, compete, and succeed responsibly in the marketplace today. This includes a dedicated sustainability practice focusing on CSR/ESG performance.
Demonstrate your commitment to sustainable and responsible steel production by pursuing ResponsibleSteel certification by following the steps below.
- Request a quote and complete the application process with your Business Development Specialist.
- Once the quote is accepted, PRI Scheduling will work with you and your auditor to arrange assessment(s).
- You will be introduced to your Account Specialist, who will assist with audit coordination for the duration of your contract.
- Prior to your audit, you will submit planning documentation to the PRI virtual system (RMS). Your auditor will create an audit plan from this information and provide it to you for review. The audit is performed according to this plan.
- Once your audit is complete, technical review and approval takes place. Upon successful completion, your certification is issued and valid for three years.
- Your auditor and PRI Scheduling work with you to coordinate and complete annual surveillance audits.
