Understanding & Implementation of Responsible Business Alliance

24-25 Aug, 2021, Virtual Classroom Training

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S. Suresh Kumar LL. B (UK) is a trained and certified Risk Management professional in the area of Supply Chain Risk Management and Brand Protection. He attained his Bachelor’s Degree in Law from the University of Wolverhampton (UK). He then went on to be trained and certified as an auditor and practitioner in the specialized area of Risk Management under the auspices of United States of America Customs and Border Protection (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism- CTPAT Standards); and; Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA Standards), Asia. He is also a Human Resources Development Trainer certified by the Human Resources Ministry.

 

He is currently the Managing Director & partner of Paradigm Group of Companies (Paradigm Resources; Paradigm Training & Consultancy PLT), specialized in providing risk management / assessment services for internal / external associates; Consultation on Supply Chain Security Risk; Brand Standards / Management / Protection; Contract Management; Outsourcing & Subcontracting; and; Human Resources training and development programmes on various specialized topics, predominantly, Risk Management related subject matters, either on an one off or Project basis.

 

In view of this, he is now working in collaboration with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and the Malaysian Institute of Integrity on Community Development and Awareness programmes in relation to Anti Bribery and Corruption initiatives in Malaysia.

 

In his capacity as a trainer, he actively conducts trainings on the following topics:

  • Responsible Business Alliance (Formerly known as EICC)
  • RBA Internal Audit Methodology
  • Labour Laws – The Risk Management Perspective
  • Prosecution & Domestic Inquiry – Approach & Method
  • Enterprise Risk Management – Approach & Methodology (ISO 31000; ISO 9001:2015)
  • Crisis Management & Business Continuity– Synergy Workshop
  • Business Continuity Management – ISO 22301
  • Corporate Governance
  • Business Ethics and Compliance - A Risk Management Perspective
  • Human Resource Management – A Risk Management Perspective
  • Fraud Management – A Risk Management Perspective
  • Anti – Bribery & Corruption – Implementation, Compliance and Enforcement (MACC Act 2009); Anti Bribery Management System (ABMS) – ISO 37001:2016 – Awareness and Implementation
  • Anti – Bribery & Corruption – Section 17A Corporate Liability Perspective
  • Adequate Procedures & Corporate Liability – Implementation Programme
  • Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 – Awareness & Implementation
  • Fraud Management & Due Diligence Framework – A Risk Management Perspective
  • Investigation Skills & Techniques – A Risk Management Perspective
  • Loss Prevention Programme – Approach, Design & Execution Method
  • Contract Risk Management
  • SA8000 – Standards and Compliance Methodology

With his background of a law degree, he is able to invoke legal implications in his programmes to make it more comprehensive and value-added substance. In addition, his fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia enables him to conduct training programmes effectively in both languages.

 

Prior to his involvement in this field, the facilitator has wide working experience throughout his 15 years of working career in the specialized area of Risk Management, Security Management and Investigations (HR, Security (Operational and Information Security) and Safety, Corporate Governance and Ethics). Being a Head of Department in each of these portfolios, he has acquired substantial job-related knowledge and experience in sectors comprising of Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Hospitality Management (Brand Standard & Management) and Contract Manufacturing (Brand Protection and Management). He is also a trained Workplace Counselor and by virtue of his portfolio of having to deal with people of different job hierarchy, he has very profound people management skills, negotiation skills and effective interaction skills.

Venue Details

Virtual Classroom Training

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FOCUSING ON
  • The Formation Of Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)
  • The Framework Of RBA Code Of Conduct
  • Compliance Framework
  • Managing Assets
  • The RBA Code Of Conduct Is Made Up Of Five Components
    - Labour
    - Ethics
    - Health And Safety
    - Environmental
    - Management System
  • Risk And Internal Audit Overview Of RBA Elements (Overview)
  • RBA Audits Requirements (Overview)
COURSE OBJECTIVES

The Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), formerly the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition (EICC), Code of Conduct establishes standards to ensure that working conditions in the electronics industry or industries in which electronics is a key component and its supply chains are safe, that workers are treated with respect and dignity, and that business operations are environmentally responsible and conducted ethically.

 

Considered as part of the electronics industry for purposes of this Code are all organizations that may design, market, manufacture, or provide goods and services that are used to produce electronic goods.

 

Compliance to RBA requirements benefits the company with stable and motivated workforce; and potential business opportunities with major Multi-National Corporations (MNC).

 

This course will guide participants to understand the RBA components first then to conduct internal audits based on the RBA compliance requirements.

 

This module will cover on the latest RBA Version 7.0 (January 2021).

AFTER ATTENDING THIS COURSE YOU WILL RETURN TO YOUR JOB…
  1. Understanding the Governance and Operations of RBA.
  2. Comprehending RBA framework and Code of Conduct.
  3. Knowing the Requirement for RBA audits and conformance.
  4. Realizing the important of RBA conformance and impact to business.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Compliance Team, HR Managers/Executives, Safety, Health & Environment Managers/Executives, Internal Audit Team, QA and QC Team, Document Control Managers/Executives, Procurement Managers/Executives
METHODOLOGY
  • Highly Interactive Session, with a bilateral approach to the subject matter allowing participants to share incidences at respective work locations.
  • Mind Mapping and Recap Sessions
  • Case Studies on various reported Cases
  • Ice Breaking / Monotony Breaking Sessions – Purpose of rejuvenating the mind
  • Group Activity and Presentation
DAY 1
9:00

The Formation Of Responsible Business Alliance (RBA)

10.45

The Framework Of RBA Code Of Conduct

1:00 Lunch
2:00

Compliance Framework

  • Legal
  • Standards
  • Best Practices
 

To Manage Assets

  • People (Internal & External)
  • Property (Tangible & Intangible)
3:45

The RBA Code of Conduct is made up of five components

  • Labour
    o Freely chosen Employment
    o Young workers
    o Working hours
    o Wages and benefits
    o Humane treatment
    o Non-discrimination
    o Freedom of association
  • Ethics
    o Business integrity
    o No improper advantage
    o Disclosure of information
    o Intellectual property
    o Fair business, advertising and competition
    o Protection of identity and non-retaliation
    o Responsible sourcing of minerals
    o Privacy
5:00 End of Course
DAY 2
9:00

cont. The RBA Code of Conduct is made up of five components

  • Health and Safety
    o Occupational safety
    o Emergency preparedness
    o Occupational injury and illness
    o Industrial hygiene
    o Physically demanding work
    o Machine safeguarding
    o Sanitation, food and housing
    o Health and safety communication
  • Environmental
    o Environmental permits and reporting
    o Pollution prevention and resource reduction
    o Hazardous substances
    o Solid waste
    o Air emissions
    o Materials restrictions
    o Water management
    o Energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
  • Management System
    o Company commitment
    o Management accountability and responsibility
    o Legal and customer requirements
    o Risk assessment and risk management
    o Improvement objectives
    o Training
    o Communication
    o Worker feedback, participation and grievance
    o Audits and assessments
    o Corrective action process
    o Documentation and records
    o Supplier responsibility
    o Consequence Management


1:00 Lunch
2:00

Risk And Internal Audit Overview Of RBA Elements (Overview)

  • Definition of risk from RBA perspective
  • Types of risk in an organization in view of RBA elements
  • Functions of management: planning, organizing,
    implementing and controlling
  • Internal audit as a function of corporate governance to support RBA
  • Scope and building blocks
3:45

RBA Audits Requirements (Overview)

  • Validated Audit Process (VAP)
  • VAP Classifications
  • Attribute standards
  • Performance standards
  • Risk Based Auditing Standards (ISO 9001:2015; ISO 31000)
  • Correct Action Plan (CAP) Management
5:00 End of Course