What are ACCs expectations for HQ audits?
ACC purposely included HQ audits as part of the certification process due to the important role senior management plays in the effective implementation of Responsible Care. HQ audits are intended to review the overall management processes governing Responsible Care/EHSS within the organization especially in those areas such as product stewardship and supply chain EHSS management that reach beyond the traditional company fence line. HQ audits should also look at general EHSS issues related to the location, but not to the same degree as these issues would be covered at a manufacturing (or equivalent location for Partners) site.
