Our Approach
Drawing on our experts’ experience in over 100 projects for international financial institutions (such as the EBRD, World Bank Group, and Climate Investment Funds) and international organizations (including the ILO, UNICEF, and WFP), we have developed practical labour audit and assessment tools. These tools combine innovative digital solutions, deep expertise in IFIs’ social and labour requirements, and adherence to international research ethics standards. Leveraging this experience, we developed a unique, ground-trusted approach and methodology (recognized by Lenders) for labour/HR audits that allows us to:
Conduct labour audits and assessments in large-scale projects involving numerous contractors and subcontractors, particularly where non-employee workers speak multiple languages.
Investigate highly sensitive workplace issues such as child labour, forced labour, discrimination, harassment, and intimidation.
Assess labour risks within supply chains, with an emphasis on primary suppliers.
DSR has successfully conducted
over 35 labour audits and assessments to date.
This approach has been used to assess compliance with the requirements of ADB, AIIB, EBRD, EIB, IFC, and other major lenders, delivering reliable results.
DSR Labour Audits
We offer a wide range of Labour Audits, tailored to meet the unique needs of projects, companies, and specific context.
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Stand-Alone Labour Audit
A single, independent audit to assess current labour practices and their alignment with IFIs requirements, national legislation and best industry practices .
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One-Off + Follow-Up Audit
Includes an initial audit followed by a second visit to verify the implementation of corrective actions.
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Periodic Labour Audits
Scheduled audits conducted regularly (e.g., quarterly or bi-annually) for organizations/projects requiring compliance checks and support throughout the project cycle.
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Readiness Audit
This audit is conducted prior to the commencement of a project to ensure that all labour-related systems, frameworks, and documentation are in place. It verifies that the organization is adequately prepared to meet labour standards and commitments from the outset of project implementation.
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Internal Labour Audit
This service supports organizations/projects in establishing or strengthening their internal labour audit capabilities. It includes the development of tailored audit procedures, review of internal labour policies, and the formulation of relevant KPIs. The objective is to enable the client/project to independently manage and monitor labour compliance effectively.
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Case Study/Investigation Audit
A highly focused on a particular labour requirement area (child labour, forced labour, supply chain, collective dismissals, GBVH) conducted in response to specific incidents, grievances or concerns.
Our Commitment to Ethics
Protecting the rights & dignity of workers, particularly vulnerable groups.
Ensuring safe and anonymous participation, encouraging open and honest reporting.
Minimizing and mediating risks of retaliation, so workers can share concerns freely.