Each question below includes its SLCP/FSLM key and the related recommendation. In some cases, the same guidance applies to multiple IDs.
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- Does the facility use prison labor?
- Prison laborers have not freely and formally consented to perform the work
- The facility does not treat prison laborers and non-prison workers similarly (conditions of work such as wages, hours of work, health and safety, etc.)
- There is no supervision and control by a public authority
- None of the above
Does the facility use prison labor?
fl-5
Recommendations
The facility should immediately cease the use of prison labor if it is not fully compliant with ILO standards, ensuring free, informed consent and appropriate working conditions. If the facility continues using prison labor, it must ensure that the work is voluntary, compensated appropriately, and supervised in line with national laws. The facility should regularly audit labor practices to prevent exploitation.
Prison laborers have not freely and formally consented to perform the work
rh-for-3
Recommendations
The facility must ensure that all prison laborers provide free, written consent to perform work, and that they have the right to refuse work without penalty. The facility should review its policies around prison labor to ensure full compliance with ILO Conventions No. 29 and No. 105. Periodic checks should be conducted to ensure that workers’ consent is always freely given.
The facility does not treat prison laborers and non-prison workers similarly (conditions of work such as wages, hours of work, health and safety, etc.)
rh-for-4
Recommendations
The facility must ensure that prison laborers receive the same wages, working hours, and safety conditions as non-prison workers. Any disparities in treatment should be immediately corrected, and regular audits should be conducted to ensure compliance with ILO standards.
There is no supervision and control by a public authority
rh-for-5
Recommendations
The facility must ensure that all prison labor is directly supervised by public authorities or certified inspectors. The facility should ensure that state-appointed authorities are responsible for overseeing prison labor conditions and that workers are protected from abuse. The facility should also establish clear lines of accountability regarding prison labor.
None of the above
rh-for-6
Recommendations
The facility must ensure that all minimum practices are fully implemented. This includes obtaining formal, voluntary consent from all prison laborers and providing equal working conditions to all workers. Regular audits and corrective actions should be instituted to maintain compliance with ILO and Better Work standards.