1. Labor Standards: a.

Are working hours within the legal limits, and is overtime used sparingly
and voluntarily? b. Do we have policies in place to prevent child labor, and are there
mechanisms to verify the age of workers? c. How are wages determined, and do they meet
or exceed legal requirements? d. Is there a process in place to address worker grievances and
ensure non-discrimination?

2. Health and Safety: a. Are all employees trained on safety procedures, and is there evidence
of regular safety drills? b. How are potential hazards identified, and what measures are in
place to mitigate risks? c. Is personal protective equipment (PPE) provided and used
effectively? d. How are emergency response procedures communicated to employees?

3. Environmental Management: a. What measures are taken to reduce waste generation, and
how is waste disposed of? b. Have energy-saving initiatives been implemented, and is there a
plan for continuous improvement? c. How is water usage monitored and controlled? d. Are
emissions regularly measured, and what steps are taken to minimize environmental impact?

4. Ethical Business Practices: a. Do we have a comprehensive anti-bribery policy in place, and

how is it communicated to employees? b. Are employees educated about potential conflicts
of interest, and is there a reporting mechanism in place? c. How is fair competition
maintained, and are employees aware of antitrust regulations?

5. Supply Chain Management: a. Can we trace the origin of raw materials and ingredients used
in our products? b. How are suppliers selected and evaluated for ethical practices? c. Is there
a system to monitor subcontractors, and do they adhere to our ethical standards? d. How do
we ensure compliance with local and international regulations within our supply chain?

6. Product Safety and Quality: a. Are food safety standards strictly adhered to in the
manufacturing process? b. How is the quality of our products monitored, and what measures
are in place for continuous improvement? c. Do we have a robust recall procedure in case of
product safety issues?

7. Documentation and Record Keeping: a. Are all relevant documents up-to-date and easily
accessible? b. How often are internal records audited for accuracy and completeness?

8. Social Responsibility: a. What community engagement initiatives do we have in place? b.

How do we measure the impact of our corporate social responsibility activities? c. Are
employees encouraged to participate in community development efforts?

9. Management Systems: a. Is there an effective management system in place, and is it

regularly reviewed for improvements? b. How do we ensure compliance with ISO standards
or other relevant certifications? c. How are internal audits conducted, and what actions are
taken in response to findings?

10. Employee Training and Development: a. What training programs are available for
employees, and how are they assessed for effectiveness? b. How do we support skill
development, and what opportunities exist for career advancement?

11. Monitoring and Measurement: a. What key performance indicators (KPIs) do we use to
measure our social, ethical, and environmental performance? b. How often are KPIs
reviewed, and what actions are taken based on the results?
 12. Communication: a. How is internal communication facilitated, and are there channels for
employee feedback? b. How transparent are we in reporting our social, ethical, and
environmental practices to stakeholders?

13. Data Security and Confidentiality: a. How is sensitive information protected within the
organization? b. Are there regular assessments of IT security measures?

14. Hindustan Unilever (HUL) Specific Requirements: a. Have we reviewed and understood all
specific requirements or standards set by HUL? b. How do we ensure effective
communication and collaboration with HUL representatives?

Labor Standards:

1. Are employee working hours consistently within legal limits?

2. How is overtime managed, and is it voluntary for employees?

3. Are child labor and young worker policies clearly communicated and enforced?

4. What mechanisms are in place to verify the age of workers?

5. Are wages and benefits in compliance with legal requirements?

Health and Safety: 6. Are all employees trained on safety procedures, and is there evidence of
regular safety drills?

7. How are potential workplace hazards identified, and what measures are taken to mitigate
risks?

8. Is personal protective equipment (PPE) provided and used effectively?

9. How are emergency response procedures communicated and tested?

10. What measures are in place to promote mental health and well-being in the workplace?

Environmental Management: 11. How are waste reduction measures implemented, and how is
waste disposal managed?

12. What initiatives are in place to reduce energy consumption, and how is progress measured?

13. How is water usage monitored and controlled?

14. Are emissions regularly measured, and what steps are taken to minimize environmental
impact?

15. How does the organization stay informed about and comply with environmental regulations?

Ethical Business Practices: 16. Is there a comprehensive anti-bribery policy in place, and how is it
communicated to employees?

17. How are employees educated about potential conflicts of interest, and is there a reporting
mechanism?

18. What measures are in place to ensure fair competition, and are employees aware of antitrust
regulations?

19. How is ethical behavior promoted within the organization?

 20. How is ethical decision-making integrated into day-to-day operations?

Supply Chain Management: 21. Can the organization trace the origin of raw materials and
ingredients used in its products?

22. How are suppliers selected and evaluated for ethical practices?

23. Is there a system to monitor subcontractors, and do they adhere to ethical standards?

24. How does the organization ensure compliance with local and international regulations within
its supply chain?

25. Are there mechanisms in place to address unethical practices in the supply chain?

Product Safety and Quality: 26. Are food safety standards strictly adhered to in the manufacturing
process?

27. How is the quality of products monitored, and what measures are in place for continuous
improvement?

28. What is the process for handling and communicating product recalls?

29. How are labeling and packaging requirements ensured for compliance?

30. Is there a process for addressing customer complaints related to product safety and quality?

Documentation and Record Keeping: 31. Are all relevant documents up-to-date and easily
accessible?

32. How often are internal records audited for accuracy and completeness?

33. Is there a centralized system for document management?

34. How are records maintained for employee training and development?

35. What documentation is in place to demonstrate compliance with ethical and environmental
standards?

Social Responsibility: 36. What community engagement initiatives does the organization participate
in?

37. How is the impact of corporate social responsibility activities measured?

38. Are employees encouraged to participate in community development efforts?

39. How does the organization contribute to local development and well-being?

40. What steps are taken to ensure diversity and inclusion within the organization?

Management Systems: 41. Is there an effective management system in place, and is it regularly
reviewed for improvements?

42. How does the organization ensure compliance with ISO standards or other relevant
certifications?

43. How are internal audits conducted, and what actions are taken based on the findings?

44. Is there a process for continuous improvement, and how is it implemented?

 45. How are non-compliance issues addressed, and what corrective actions are taken?

Employee Training and Development: 46. What training programs are available for employees, and
how are they assessed for effectiveness?

47. How is skill development supported, and what opportunities exist for career advancement?

48. Is there a formal onboarding process for new employees?

49. How is feedback collected from employees regarding training and development?

50. Are there mentorship or coaching programs in place for employee growth?

Monitoring and Measurement: 51. What key performance indicators (KPIs) are used to measure
social, ethical, and environmental performance?

52. How often are KPIs reviewed, and what actions are taken based on the results?

53. Is there a system for measuring customer satisfaction and feedback?

54. How are performance metrics communicated to employees?

55. What steps are taken in response to deviations from established performance metrics?

Communication: 56. How is internal communication facilitated, and are there channels for employee
feedback?

57. How transparent is the organization in reporting its social, ethical, and environmental
practices to stakeholders?

58. How are customer communications managed, particularly in the case of product recalls or
issues?

59. What mechanisms are in place for stakeholder engagement and communication?

60. How does the organization address and rectify communication breakdowns or
misunderstandings?

Data Security and Confidentiality: 61. How is sensitive information protected within the
organization?

62. Are there regular assessments of IT security measures?

63. What measures are in place to ensure compliance with data protection laws?

64. How is employee and customer data handled and protected?

65. Is there a process for reporting and addressing data security breaches?

Hindustan Unilever (HUL) Specific Requirements: 66. Have we reviewed and understood all specific
requirements or standards set by HUL?

67. How does the organization ensure effective communication and collaboration with HUL
representatives?

68. Are there dedicated personnel responsible for ensuring compliance with HUL standards?
 69. How is information about changes in HUL requirements disseminated within the
organization?

70. How does the organization proactively seek to align its practices with HUL's expectations?

Remember to customize these questions based on the specific details of your operations and the
industry in which you operate. It's also beneficial to involve relevant stakeholders within your
organization in the self-assessment process to gather diverse perspectives.