ISO 26000:Guidance on Social Responsibility(2010)

ISO 26000 Guidance on Social Responsibility – Detailed Overview & Official Resources

1. Basic Document Information

• Standard No.: ISO 26000:2010
• Issuing Body: International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• Release Date: 1 November 2010
• Standard Type: Guidance standard (non-certifiable)
• Current Version: 2010 edition (no updates)
• Official Purchase: ISO Online Store (158 CHF)

2. Core Framework

Seven Core Subjects:

Subject Area	Key Requirements	Tech Industry Applications	Related Resources
Organizational Governance	Establish ethical decision-making	AI ethics committees	Microsoft Report
Human Rights	Protect user privacy/data security	GDPR compliance	EU EN Standard
Labor Practices	Protect digital workers’ rights	Gig economy platforms	China GB Standard
Environment	Reduce e-waste/carbon footprint	Green data centers	Siemens Whitepaper
Fair Operating Practices	Anti-monopoly/algorithm transparency	Prevent big data discrimination	Brazil ABNT Standard
Consumer Issues	Product/data security	IoT device standards	ISO Toolkit
Community Involvement	Digital inclusion	Rural connectivity projects	Summary PDF

3. Free Resources

• Standard Summary: 10-page core overview
• Implementation Tools: Checklists/case studies
• FAQs: Official Q&A

4. National Adaptations

• China GB/T 36000-2015: Poverty alleviation focus
• EU EN ISO 26000: Digital supply chain clauses
• Brazil ABNT NBR: Rainforest protection requirements

5. Key Notes

• Differs from certifiable standards like ISO 9001
• Companion Implementation Handbook available
• ISO 26030 (food sector) under development

Verification

Always verify standards via ISO Official Website. Beware of modified unofficial versions.

Note: All links are current as of June 2024. For updates, visit www.iso.org/iso-26000-social-responsibility.