When it comes to assessing and ensuring adherence to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards, the Corporate Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) and the Facility Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) play crucial roles. Understanding the distinction between these two assessment tools is essential for companies aiming to uphold RBA standards.

Corporate SAQ

The Corporate Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) is a powerful tool that focuses on evaluating the overall company's policies, practices, and procedures. It delves into areas such as corporate governance, labor practices, environmental policies, and ethical standards. By assessing adherence to RBA standards at a corporate level, the Corporate SAQ provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of company-wide compliance.

Relevant article: How to Complete a Corporate SAQ

Facility SAQ

On the other hand, the Facility SAQ is designed to target individual facilities within the company. It assesses compliance with RBA standards at a more specific facility level, covering detailed operational practices, local labor conditions, environmental impacts, and health and safety protocols specific to each facility.

One of the key differences between the two is the level of focus. While the Corporate SAQ looks at the company as a whole, the Facility SAQ examines specific locations, providing a more detailed and location-specific assessment.

Relevant article: How to complete a Facility Risk SAQ

The Corporate SAQ is ideal for gaining an overview of company-wide compliance, whereas the Facility SAQ allows for a deep dive into the specifics of individual facility practices and conditions.

The RBA Online Help Center is a valuable resource for companies looking for more detailed information and access to the questionnaires. 

Here, they can find comprehensive guidance on utilizing both the Corporate SAQ and the Facility SAQ to uphold RBA standards effectively within their operations.