Responsible Sourcing – Basic Auditor Training

Course Description

This course is aimed at qualified ISAE 3000 auditors who wish to become approved to conduct ISAE 3000 assurance engagements against the ITA-RMI Joint Assessment Criteria for Tin Smelting Companies (version 2, 25^th March 2021), as part of the ITA Assurance System. Completion of both basic and advanced training courses is required for the auditor to be listed on the ITA approved list of auditors. To apply for access to this (free) course please download the auditor application form  and follow the instructions. 

Objective 

The objective of the Responsible Sourcing – Basic Auditor Training course is to introduce participants to the Tin Criteria and provide a basic understanding of the principles of due diligence under the OECD Guidance and the steps required to assess tin smelter due diligence as prescribed by the Criteria.  

Overview

Each module has a series of test questions to assess that the auditors have a clear understanding of the Criteria. A mark of 80% is required to pass each module and attain a certification for completion of the course.

Key concepts covered in the basic training modules include:

• Module 1- Responsible Sourcing Context and Tin Code
• Module 2- Glossary and Key Terms
• Module 3- Smelters and Supply Chains
• Module 4- Introduction to Due Diligence Principles
• Module 5- Public Reporting of Company Due Diligence

All auditors enrolled in basic training will automatically receive updates for the release of advanced training in due course.

Resources

Download ITA-RMI Joint Assessment Criteria for Tin Smelters 

Background 

The Tin Criteria standard has been independently assessed as 100% (fully aligned) to the 3T Supplement of the internationally recognised OECD Due Diligence Guidance. Subsequently, the London Metal Exhange (LME) awarded the ITA-RMI Assessment Criteria assessment of the Tin Code Standard 7.3 (Responsible Sourcing) with conditional approval as an approved partner under Track A of the LME Responsible Sourcing Rules. The Criteria is also designed to help companies satisfy other requirements such as the EU Responsible Minerals Regulation (2017/821).

Assurance engagements and work performed according to ISAE 3000 on the Assessment Criteria for Tin Smelting Companies provides evidence for third-party verification for companies reporting against the Tin Code. Third party verification is expected for Standard 7.3 on Responsible Sourcing.