FairTSA (Fair Trade Sustainability Alliance) is a certification standard that aims to ensure fair, transparent, and sustainable trade practices throughout the production and supply chain.
FairTSA certification confirms that organizations operate with respect for:
• workers and local communities,
• human rights,
• the environment,
• and the principles of responsible business.
FAIR TSA is a certification standard covering social, labor, environmental, and ethical requirements, with the aim of:
• improving working conditions,
• ensuring fair pay and treatment of workers,
• enhancing transparency in the supply chain,
• promoting sustainable production practices.
The standard applies to organizations that wish to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and social responsibility in practice.
✔ Fair working conditions
· Respect for workers’ fundamental rights
· Prohibition of child and forced labor
· Healthy and safe working environment
✔ Fair pay & equal opportunities
· Fair compensation in accordance with applicable law
· Non-discriminatory treatment
· Respect for economic rights
✔ Transparency & traceability
· Clear and documented business practices
· Transparency in transactions
· Traceability of products and raw materials
✔ Environmental responsibility
· Responsible use of natural resources
· Reduction of environmental impacts
· Waste and pollution management
✔ Support for local communities
· Contribution to the sustainable development of local economies
FairTSA certification is intended for:
✔ Producers and producer groups
✔ Processing and trading companies
✔ Import-export companies
✔ Agri-food sector companies
For the business
· Demonstration of social responsibility
· Enhanced corporate reputation and credibility
· Access to markets with increased sustainability requirements
· Alignment with ESG strategies
For employees & communities
· Improved working conditions
· Fair treatment
· Social and economic development of local communities
The assessment process includes:
1. Documentation review
o Labor relations policies
o Health & safety procedures
o Environmental practices
2. Assessment of requirements implementation
o Verification of compliance with social and labor criteria
o Verification of environmental practices
3. On-site or remote inspection
o Staff interviews (where applicable)
o Verification of implemented practices and procedures
4. Review of findings & certification decision
o Documentation of conformities / non-conformities
o Issuance of FAIR TSA certificate
