MSA Artisanal and Small Scale Mining
About the data
Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is considered to be a high risk environment for forced labour. However, small scale operations, when legitimate and legal, can benefit miners by enabling them to keep the wealth created through mining in the local community. It is important for companies to adopt procedures that address the risks linked to ASM while empowering local communities.
Methodology
Read the statement to identify whether the company discloses any actions, procedures or policies in relation to Artisanal and Small Scale Mining. This could include special training, due diligence processes, engagement with mining communities.
Identifying Artisanal and Small Scale Mining as a risk in the supply chain is not sufficient to meet this metric.
To meet this metric, the statement must state special measures taken when engaging with small scale and artisanal mining operations. General comments regarding responsible mining policies are not sufficient.
In your comment, please provide details about the measure, action or policy.