Auditor Information

RMI Audit Firm and Auditor Approval Process 

The RMI approves auditors to enable them to conduct Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP) audits. The auditor approval process is designed to verify that auditors have appropriate experience and expertise, and that there is no conflict of interest when undertaking RMAP audits for smelters. The approval process follows the relevant requirements outlined in ISO 17011, the international standard for accrediting certification/assessment bodies. Please review Audit Firm and Auditor Approval Process for detailed information on RMI requirements and RMI Service Provider Conflict of Interest Evaluation Framework.

To become an approved auditing body for RMAP, audit firms must complete the RMAP Audit Firm Approval Application, fill out the Approved Auditor List as well as the Auditor Approval Application for each auditor on the List, and return it to the RMI for consideration (please email us here). Each individual auditor candidacy, nominated by the approved audit firm, is also to be reviewed and approved by the RMI before the auditors are able to conduct RMAP audits.

RMAP Audit Documents and Tools


Auditor Training 

The auditor approval process is supported by specific on-line and in-person courses on RMAP’s audit protocols and procedures, in addition to the pre-requisites for relevant auditor training/certifications and experience. Auditor on-line training courses can be found on the RMI eLearning Academy (free and open to all). A list of the required on-line courses is included below. Click here to request credentials for the eLearning Academy. Approved auditors are also required to undergo an in-person auditor training whenever available in their region.

Required Auditor Courses

  1. To be completed online before conducting the first audit
  2. To be completed online before conducting mineral-specific audit

 


Fully Approved Auditing Firms

RMAP and Downstream Audit Program

Arche Advisors
https://www.archeadvisors.com/
Based in the U.S.
Scope: RMAP and DAP - International
Approved since 2016

Intertek 
https://www.intertek.com/
Based in the UK
Scope: RMAP and DAP - International
Approved since 2016

SCS Global Services
https://www.scsglobalservices.com/
Based in the U.S.
Scope: RMAP and DAP -International
Approved since 2016

UL
https://www.ul.com/
Based in the U.S.
Scope: RMAP and DAP - International
Approved since 2010

SGS
https://www.sgs.com/
Based in Switzerland and Hong Kong
Scope: RMAP and DAP - China 
Approved since 2011


Provisionally Approved Auditing Firms

BDO (through March 31, 2024)
https://www.bdo.co.uk
Scope: International, based in the UK
Auditing RMAP since 2021

BSI (through March 31, 2024)
https://www.bsi.com
Scope: International, based in the US
Auditing RMAP since 2021

ELEVATE (through March 31, 2024)
https://www.elevatelimited.com
Scope: International, based in Hong Kong 
Auditing RMAP since 2021

ERM CVS (through March 31, 2024)
https://www.ermcvs.com
Scope: International, based in the US
Auditing RMAP since 2021

EuroCert (through March 31, 2024)
https://www.eurocert.asia  AND https://www.eurocert.gr
Scope: International, based in the EU
Auditing RMAP since 2021

Greenment (through March 31, 2024)
http://www.greenment.net
Scope: International, based in China
Auditing RMAP since 2021

TDI (through July 31, 2024)
https://www.thedragonflyinitiative.com/
Scope: International, based in the UK
Auditing RMAP since 2020

TUV Rheinland (through April 30, 2024)
https://www.tuv.com/world/en/
Scope: International, based in Germany
Auditing RMAP since 2022

Note: Auditing firms conducting audits in China require additional approval.

The RMI regularly reviews information submitted by auditing firms to assess their continued acceptability to remain on the list of approved auditors. All approved auditors must undergo re-approval to remain on the list of approved firms every three years. To apply for re-approval, please use the same form as for the initial application.

Any concerns about the RMAP can be raised directly to RMI staff and through the Grievances and Complaints Mechanism page (anonymous feedback option available).