Recognised Whole-of-Business Application

Whole-of-Business Application
Applicant Details
Applicant (Business Name)
Full name of the business applying
ABN
Business Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Post CodeCountry
Applicant's Representative

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (00) 0000-0000.
Position / Title
Provide the number of full-time employees in the Applicant business
Please select all that apply to the Applicant in relation to commercial and I&I cleaning, hygiene and related products to be submitted for accreditation under the Recognised ecolabel program:

Ingredient and Material Sourcing
Does the business demonstrate efforts to increase the use of ingredients and/or materials with lower environmental impacts?
Please describe the specific efforts
Examples of appropriate supporting information include prioritising sustainable or renewable feedstocks, using ingredients with decreased environmental impacts, engaging suppliers with verified commitments, and sourcing materials like certified sustainable paper or recycled packaging.
Evidence / Supporting Information

Refer to Section 7.1 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information. Please note that efforts to source sustainable oil palm derivatives are a separate requirement under Section 6.2.7 and cannot be used to satisfy the requirements of this section.
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Energy Efficiency and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Does the business demonstrate efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Please describe the specific efforts
Examples of appropriate supporting information include identifying strategies for enhancing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This can involve establishing processes for monitoring and reporting, adopting energy-efficient technologies (e.g., LED lighting), increasing reliance on renewable energy, and improving organisational energy conservation through staff education. Developing an energy management plan or locating manufacturing close to end-users to decrease shipping-related emissions are also valid examples.
Evidence / Supporting information

Refer to Section 7.2 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information.
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Material Efficiency and Waste Management
Does the business demonstrate efforts to improve material efficiency and waste management?
Please describe the specific efforts
Examples of appropriate supporting information include adopting measures to support the efficient use of ingredients in manufacturing processes and reducing or avoiding the generation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. This includes implementing waste recovery procedures, establishing measurable targets for waste reduction, and implementing proper waste segregation and disposal protocols. Participation in relevant product stewardship schemes is also a valid example.
Evidence / Supporting information

Refer to Section 7.3 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information. Please note that primary packaging requirements are addressed separately under criterion 6.2.9.
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Water Management
Does the business demonstrate efforts to improve water management?
Please describe the specific efforts
Examples of appropriate supporting information include identifying strategies for enhancing water efficiency, such as through process optimisation or equipment upgrades. This also involves adopting water conservation measures to reduce usage, establishing processes for monitoring and reporting on water efficiency, and developing a water management plan. Minimising water extraction from local bodies through rainwater harvesting or closed-loop systems, and assessing water-related risks, are also appropriate examples. These requirements can also be applied to contract manufacturers.
Evidence / Supporting information

Refer to Section 7.4 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information.
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Social
Does the business demonstrate compliance with human rights/rights at work requirements as described in Section 7.5.1?
Please describe the specific compliance efforts
Examples of appropriate supporting information include adherence to the UN International Bill of Human Rights and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. The applicant must not engage with any supplier convicted of a breach of employment, workplace health and safety, or anti-discrimination laws in Australia, unless corrective action has been taken.
Evidence / Supporting information demonstrating compliance with international instruments

Refer to Section 7.5.1 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information.
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Is the business a reporting entity under Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018, or equivalent international legislation?
If the business is a reporting entity under Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018, or equivalent international legislation or if you have a voluntary statement, please upload a copy of the business' most recent Modern Slavery Statement.

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Does the business demonstrate meaningful and positive social impact as described in Section 7.5.2?
Please describe the specific positive impacts
The applicant must demonstrate efforts to have meaningful and positive social impacts beyond standard business practices.
Evidence / Supporting information illustrating the positive impact of the business' social responsibility

Refer to Section 7.5.2 of the Recognised Standard Criteria for additional examples of appropriate supporting information.
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Whole-of-Business Declaration
To be completed by the Applicant when Applicant data/information not in the public domain—that is, originating from the Applicant and not an external laboratory/organisation, and not verified by an external laboratory/organisation—is supplied in support of a Whole-of-Business Application under the Recognised ecolabel. This Declaration must be submitted to the Third-party Assessor as part of the Application documentation.
Recognised Standard section - tick all sections for which you have provided Applicant data
I hereby declare that all evidence supplied by the Applicant (identified under Applicant Details), in relation to the Recognised Standard sections selected above, is true, accurate, complete and current. I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in rejection of the application or revocation of certification.
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Whole-of-Business Application

Applicant Details

Ingredient and Material Sourcing

Energy Efficiency and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Material Efficiency and Waste Management

Water Management

Social

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Whole-of-Business Declaration