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Indicator 3.1.2
by Contact on 8 October 2026
Requirement
The UoC shall have at least one named member of management who is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the human rights policy.
How Do I Interpret This Requirement?
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Implementing and maintaining the human rights policy means that the named member of management is responsible for:
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translating the policy statement into practical actions and initiatives within the UoC and in day-to-day operations
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monitoring the UoC’s human rights performance, including:
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identifying areas of improvement
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reporting progress or issues to senior management or relevant stakeholders
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overseeing continuous improvement
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overseeing training and awareness programmes aimed at educating employees and stakeholders about human rights principles, policies, and procedures
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updating the policy regularly or when there are changes at the UoC.
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The named member of management should also commit to working with employee representation in the implementation of the policy, ensuring that employees’ views are taken into account.
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Evidence of Implementation
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records that allow for the verification of the named member of management
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plan of actions involved in implementing the policy
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plans for monitoring implementation of the policy
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evidence of any remediation or corrective actions that have taken place
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plans for regularly updating and revising the policy.
Auditors Should Confirm
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that the named member of management understands their responsibilities in implementing and maintaining the policy;
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that employees are aware of the named member of management responsible for the human rights policy;
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that the human rights policy is being implemented, which can include checking:
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progress against any action plans and monitoring plans,
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if employees are aware of and understand the contents of the policy,
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evidence of any remediation or corrective actions where there are negative human rights impacts.
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