The Epson Precision Suzhou (EPSZ) production facility in China has achieved Platinum recognition under the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)’s Validated Assessment Program (VAP), which is based on audits conducted by RBA-approved, independent third-party firms.
This achievement underscores Epson's commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) within the global supply chain.
Since joining the RBA in April 2019, Epson has embraced its responsibility to achieve the highest standards in CSR by voluntarily undergoing rigorous VAP audits at its primary production sites.
These audits assess compliance with the RBA Code of Conduct in critical areas such as labour practices, health and safety, environmental standards, and ethics.
Platinum recognition is reserved for facilities that have closed all Priority, Major and Minor findings and received a full score of 200.
“Epson remains steadfast in its commitment to uphold the RBA Code of Conduct,” said Akifumi Takei, executive officer and general administrative manager for the Production Planning Division at Epson.
“Our goal is to forge a sustainable and enriching society and, through the RBA's VAP, will continue to ensure that Epson products are manufactured with the utmost regard for human rights and environmental sustainability.”
Epson's commitment to responsible manufacturing is underscored by successful VAP assessments across a number of sites in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, China and the Philippines, with several achieving Platinum status.