The flagship program of the RMI, the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP) takes a unique approach to helping companies make informed choices about responsibly sourced minerals in their supply chains. Focusing on a “pinch point” (a point with relatively few actors) in the global metals supply chain, the RMAP uses an independent third-party assessment of smelter/refiner management systems and sourcing practices to validate conformance with RMI Standards. The assessment employs a risk-based approach to work to validate smelters' company-level management processes for responsible mineral procurement.
The RMAP standards are developed to meet the requirements of the OECD Due Diligence Guidance, the Regulation (EU) 2017/821 of the European Parliament and the U.S. Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act.
Risk Readiness Assessment
The RMI began tracking company completion of the Risk Readiness Assessment (RRA) on an annual basis starting in January 2020. RRAs may be submitted via the RRA online platform or via alternative means to the RMI.
Facilities and RMI Assessments
Smelters, refiners and recyclers that participate in the RMI Assessments are publicly listed. Downstream companies may use this data to help them make informed sourcing decisions. Please note that the assessment looks at the systems and processes that promote responsible sourcing practices and how companies adopt meaningful management systems and practices to improve outcomes in relation to ESG performance. It is not a material validation assessment.
Downstream companies that are RMI members can also consult the list of assessed facilities by logging into the RMI unified data carrier, the Facility Database.
Smelters and Refiners: Getting Started
The following facilities are eligible for an RMAP assessment:
- Smelters, refiners and recyclers.
- Are fully operational at the time of the assessment.
Assessments are valid for a period of either one or three years, depending on a number of factors.
All assessments are conducted by independent third-party RMI-approved auditors; however, the program management, including scheduling, finance and quality control, is handled by the RMI directly.
Resources and Contact
For an in-depth understanding of the standard requirements, please review these documents and contact RMIassessment@responsiblebusiness.org with additional questions.
