Omni Auto Limited SAQ 5 MainReport
Omni Auto Limited SAQ 5 MainReport
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1. R Responding
As you answer the questions within an SAQ you may be asked to upload evidence to support your
response. The evidence you upload must meet the acceptable evidence criteria that is set out against
each question and support the answers that you select.
2. V Validating
The SUPPLIERASSURANCE team reviews the documents that you have uploaded to ensure that the
evidence meets the acceptable evidence criteria. The team also checks if you could improve your SAQ
5.0 Rating by declaring something that they found in your evidence and that you did not select in your
response. Where evidence does not meet the acceptable evidence criteria or cover the answers that you
select or we find evidence that you missed, a gap will be raised. Gaps will be highlighted in this report like
in the example shown below. You should look to address these gaps by updating your SAQ with
acceptable evidence or by selecting the answers that we found evidence for.
Example Gap
Example policy area not found in the evidence
Example policy area found in the evidence but not declared
3. R Results
This report also sets out the results of your SAQ including scores and any recommendations for
improvement. They will be highlighted in this report like in the example shown below. You can go back
onto the SUPPLIERASSURANCE platform, at any time to update your SAQ answers to demonstrate
improvement in your sustainability performance.
Example Recommendation
Your organisation should have a policy that outlines your principles regarding:
Example policy area
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associated with demonstrating your sustainability performance. The platform also provides
comprehensive feedback to third parties on the steps that they can take to improve their sustainability
performance and demonstrate how they are meeting their client's sustainability compliance
requirements.
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Understanding the SAQ 5.0 Rating Results
Please note: Some buyers may apply their own score or rating to the SAQ 5.0 answers, which could be
different to the SAQ 5.0 Rating set out below.
The location Omni Auto Limited with address 380 Belerica Road, Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, 517646, India
has achieved an SAQ 5.0 Rating of C64.
Industry average: 25.00 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment
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Understanding the SAQ 5.0 Rating Results
The Minimum Scope (MS) Rating of C and the Sustainability Score of 64% for Omni Auto Limited can be
compared against other locations with similar answers across the SUPPLIERASSURANCE platform. The
following figures were calculated at 28/01/25 when this report was downloaded.
The Minimum Scope Rating compares favourably with the industry average for 25.00 - Manufacture of
fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment, which is C across 26,644 locations.
Additionally, the Minimum Scope Rating compares favourably with the average rating for India which is
C across 5,230 locations.
The staff headcount at this location is 100-249 and the Minimum Scope Rating is slightly below the
average for locations with a similar headcount, which is C .
Sustainability Score
The Sustainability Score compares favourably with the industry average for 25.00 - Manufacture of
fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment, which is 61% across 26,644 locations.
Additionally, the Sustainability Score compares favourably with the average Sustainability Score for India
which is 60% across 5,230 locations.
The staff headcount at this location is 100-249 and the Sustainability Score matches the average for
locations with a similar headcount, which is 64%.
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Understanding the SAQ 5.0 Rating Results
Environment 76%
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Industry average: 25.00 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment
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Profile Details
Questionnaire Responses
0a Please provide details of the location you are completing this assessment for
Location address
Omni Auto Limited, Belerica Road, Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, India
Location name
Omni Auto Limited
Location DUNS number
854129739
Address line 1
380 Belerica Road
Town or City
Sri City
County or State
Andhra Pradesh
Postcode or Zip code
517646
Country
India - IND
Purpose
Manufacturing
0e Which category best describes your company's business area? Please select the main category for your
company.
25.00 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment
25.50 - Forging, pressing, stamping and roll-forming of metal; powder metallurgy
25.62 - Machining
0f Select a commodity category that best describes what is produced at this location
Forgings
Machinings
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Profile Details
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Company Management
The Company Management section considers accountability and reporting. The score for this theme
considers the practices reported such as senior management representatives and sustainability reporting.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 81% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 74% and a country average score of 77%.
Questionnaire Responses
1 Has your company appointed senior management representation for environmental, social, ethics or human
rights? MS
Yes
1a Does your company have a management person responsible for Social Sustainability? MS
Yes
Name
Mr. AJITH KUMAR REDDY
Email
[email protected]
Job Title
ADMISTRATION HEAD
1b Does your company have a management person responsible for Compliance/Business Ethics? MS
Yes
Name
Mr. SUNIL RAJKUNTWAR
Email
[email protected]
Job Title
Plant Head
1c Does your company have a management person responsible for Environmental Sustainability? MS
Yes
Name
Mr. Ajith Kumar Reddy
Email
[email protected]
Job Title
ADMISTRATION HEAD
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Company Management
1d Does your company have a management person responsible for monitoring sustainability risks (e.g. a Human
Rights Officer)? MS
Yes
Name
Mr. K Satya Prakash
Email
[email protected]
Job Title
PPC & HR Manager
Recommendation
- Your company should publish a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)/Sustainability Report
Recommendation
- Your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)/Sustainability Report should be assured by a third party
Recommendation
Your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)/Sustainability Report should disclose:
- Identified human rights risks
- Existing measures that your company has already taken to address human rights risks and review of their
effectiveness
- Future measures that your company plans to take to manage your human rights risks
Recommendation
Your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)/Sustainability Report should disclose:
- Identified environmental risks
- Existing measures that your company has already taken to address environmental risks and review of their
effectiveness
- Future measures that your company plans to take to manage your environmental risks
Recommendation
- Your company should report annually on the fulfillment of statutory due diligence obligations
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-03 Business Code of Conduct Policy.pdf was accepted
during the validation process.
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Company Management
3a Does your company organize training for your employees on the Code of Conduct? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled COC Training.pdf was accepted during the validation process.
4 Does your company have a grievance mechanism or documented complaints procedure established at this
location? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-01 Escaltion (Wistle Blowing) Policy (2).pdf was accepted
during the validation process.
4a What are the characteristics of your company's grievance mechanism or complaints procedure? Please tick all
that apply. MS
Outlines who is responsible for the complaints procedure if applicable (there is a complaint body in place
which third parties can contact directly or via an external service provider)
Please provide the contact details
[email protected]
The responsible person(s) entrusted by the enterprise is impartial, independent and not bound by
instructions
The written rules of the complaints procedure outline the ways in which a complaint may proceed and
indicates the approximate time each step may take
The written rules of the complaints procedure are publicly made available in relevant local languages in all
countries in which we operate
Complainant is provided confirmation of receipt upon reporting the complaint
The complainant's identity is treated confidentially
Commitment to non-retaliation against complainants
Complaints can be reported anonymously
The complainant or their representative is consulted during remediation/resolution
Evaluation of complaints procedure effectiveness at least once every 12 months and on an adhoc basis
Appeal procedure
4b What kind of complaints can be submitted? Please tick all that apply. MS
Human rights complaints
Environmental complaints
Unethical business practices
4c Which stakeholder groups is the complaints mechanism available to? Please tick all that apply. MS
Internal Stakeholders (company/non-permanent employees, direct suppliers, service providers etc.)
External Stakeholders (contractors, indirect suppliers, local communities etc.)
4d How does your company optimize accessibility of the complaints procedure for all the stakeholder groups that
are entitled to use it? Please tick all that apply. MS
By carrying out training
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Human Rights and Working Conditions
The Human Rights and Working Conditions theme considers employment related factors such as
working conditions, wages and benefits as well as human rights issues such as harassment, discrimination
and modern slavery. The score for this theme considers the extent to which policies and procedures are
established for the location that this assessment report covers.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 68% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 44% and a country average score of 46%.
Questionnaire Responses
5 Does your company have a formal policy covering human rights and working conditions? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled Business COC.pdf was accepted during the validation process.
5a Which of the following areas are covered by this policy? Please tick all that apply. MS
Child labor and young workers
Wages and benefits
Working hours
Modern slavery (i.e. slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labor and human trafficking)
Ethical recruiting
Freedom of association and collective bargaining
Non-discrimination and harassment
Women's Rights
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Rights of Minorities and Indigenous Peoples
Land, Forest and Water Rights and Forced Eviction
Use of Private or Public Security Forces
5b Does your company organize training for your employees on your human rights and working conditions policy?
MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled COC Training.pdf was accepted during the validation process.
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Human Rights and Working Conditions
6 Does your site have a management system in place to manage the human rights and working conditions
issues? MS
Yes, but the system is uncertified
The document provided as evidence and titled Standing Order-OMNI.pdf was accepted during the validation
process.
Recommendation
- Your company should have a certified management system to manage human rights and working conditions
issues
Guidance for implementing a human rights and working conditions management system
A human rights and working conditions management system is a set of documented processes and procedures that
enables an organization to effectively manage the impact from the company operations on human rights and working
conditions . A human rights and working conditions management system also helps to empower employees and
communities and prevents human rights violations.
A human rights and working conditions management system can be developed internally or in accordance with
national or international standards. Certified management systems give better assurance to your customers and
stakeholders that you are committed to do your business in a sustainable manner and have implemented all the
necessary processes in place. While SAQ 5.0 also recognizes internally developed and uncertified management
systems, the highest score is achieved if your human rights and working conditions management system is certified
according to internationally recognized standards such as SA8000 and RSCI audit certificate.
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Health and Safety
The Health and Safety section considers the recognition, evaluation and control of hazards arising in or
from the workplace. The score for this theme considers the extent to which policies and procedures are
established for the location that this assessment report covers.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 53% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 61% and a country average score of 63%.
Questionnaire Responses
7 Does your company have a formal written health and safety policy in place, which complies with local law,
industry requirements and international standards? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-04 EHS Policy.pdf was accepted during the validation
process.
7a Which of the following areas are covered by this policy? Please tick all that apply. MS
Personal protective equipment
Machine safety
Emergency preparedness
Incident and accident management
Workplace ergonomics
Handling of chemical and/or biological substances
Fire protection
7b Does your company organize training for your employees on your health and safety policy? MS
No
Recommendation
- Your company should organize training on health and safety
8 Does your site have a health and safety management system in place? MS
Yes, but the system is uncertified
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-04 EHS Policy.pdf was accepted during the validation
process.
Recommendation
- Your company should have a certified management system to manage health and safety issues
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Health and Safety
A health and safety management system is a set of documented processes and procedures that enables an
organization to control its operations and to manage health and safety risks and impacts. Having a health and safety
management system helps companies to effectively manage the impact from the company operations on
occupational health and safety and help to prevent workplace incidents.
A health and safety management system can be developed internally or in accordance with national or international
standards. Certified management systems give better assurance to your customers and stakeholders that you are
committed to do your business in a sustainable manner and have implemented all the necessary processes in place.
While SAQ 5.0 also recognizes internally developed and uncertified management systems, the highest score is
achieved if your health and safety management system is certified according to internationally recognized standards
such as ISO 45001 or OHSAS 18001.
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Business Ethics
The Business Ethics section considers factors such as corruption or bribery, as well as effective
governance and compliance with local and international legislation. The score for this theme considers
the extent to which policies and procedures are established for the location that this assessment report
covers.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 60% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 73% and a country average score of 73%.
Questionnaire Responses
The document provided as evidence and titled Business COC.pdf was accepted during the validation process.
9a Which of the following areas are covered by this policy? Please tick all that apply. MS
Anti-Corruption and Anti-Money Laundering
Data Protection and Data Security
Financial responsibility (Accurate Records)
Disclosure of Information
Fair competition and anti-trust
Conflicts of interest
Counterfeit parts
Intellectual property
Export controls and economic sanctions
Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
9b Does your company organize training for your employees on your business ethics policy? MS
No
Recommendation
- Your company should organize training on business ethics
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Environment
The Environment section considers environmental protection through the implementation of policies and
management systems. The score for this theme considers the extent to which policies and procedures
are established for the location that this assessment report covers.
Environment Score
Sustainability score breakdown by section
Environment 76%
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 76% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 66% and a country average score of 58%.
Questionnaire Responses
10 Does your company have a formal environmental policy, which includes a commitment to legal compliance,
continuous measurement and continuous improvements in environmental performance? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-04 EHS Policy.pdf was accepted during the validation
process.
10a Which of the following areas are covered by this policy? Please tick all that apply. MS
GHG emissions
Energy efficiency
Renewable energy
Decarbonization
Water quality and consumption & management
Air quality
Responsible chemical management
Sustainable resources management
Waste reduction
Reuse and recycling
Animal welfare
Biodiversity, land use and deforestation
Soil quality
Noise emissions
10b Does your company organize training for your employees on your environmental policy? MS
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled COC Training.pdf was accepted during the validation process.
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Environment
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-04 EHS Policy.pdf was accepted during the validation
process.
Recommendation
- Your company should have a certified management system to manage environmental issues
An environmental management system is a set of documented processes and procedures that enables an
organization to control its operations and to reduce the negative impact from company operations. Having an
environmental management system helps a company to optimize the use of resources.
An environmental management system can be developed internally or in accordance with national or international
standards. Certified management systems give better assurance to your customers and stakeholders that you are
committed to do your business in a sustainable manner and have implemented all the necessary processes in place.
While SAQ 5.0 also recognizes internally developed and uncertified management systems, the highest score is
achieved if your environmental management system is certified according to internationally recognized standards
such as ISO 14001:2015.
The document provided as evidence and titled Energy Consumption audit-June-24- Omni-Actual.pdf was
accepted during the validation process.
Recommendation
- Your company should have a certified management system to manage energy issues
13 What percentage of electricity used at your site in the last calendar year came from renewable sources? MS
1-10%
The document provided as evidence and titled Omni Auto Invoice Oct.23.pdf was accepted during the
validation process.
14 What percentage of heating/cooling used at your site in the last calendar year came from renewable sources?
MS
Not applicable
Recommendation
- Your company should set Greenhouse Gas reduction targets
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Environment
Recommendation
- Your company's Greenhouse Gas reduction targets should be Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) approved
Recommendation
- Your company should have emission reduction targets for your upstream supply chain emissions (scope 3)
16 Does your site use any substances with restrictions under any national or international statutory provision in
production or operations? MS
No
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Responsible Supply Chain Management
The Responsible Supply Chain Management section considers compliance to all the aforementioned
areas within a company's supply chain. The score for this theme considers the extent to which these
areas are formally required of a company's suppliers and how this is communicated.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 48% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with
an industry average of 37% and a country average score of 38%.
Questionnaire Responses
Yes
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-05 Supplier Sustainability Manual.pdf was rejected during
the validation process.
18a Which areas are covered by these CSR/Sustainability requirements? Please tick all that apply. MS
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Responsible Supply Chain Management
Intellectual property
Export controls and economic sanctions
Whistleblowing and protection against retaliation
GHG emissions
Energy efficiency
Renewable energy
Decarbonization
Water quality, consumption & management
Air quality
Responsible chemical management
Sustainable resources management
Waste reduction
Reuse and recycling
Animal welfare
Biodiversity, land use and deforestation
Soil quality
Noise emissions
Definition and implementation of similar standards towards own tier-1 suppliers
Gaps
Validation of the supplier sustainability policy identified that:
- GHG emissions policy area not found in the evidence
- Binding requirements towards tier-1 suppliers to pass on standards along the supply chain policy area found in
the evidence but not declared
Recommendation
Your supplier sustainability requirements should cover:
- GHG emissions
- Binding requirements towards tier-1 suppliers to pass on standards along the supply chain
Guidance for implementing CSR/Sustainability policy requirements towards suppliers
The above policy areas are recommended for inclusion within your supplier code of conduct. These same topics are
covered by the SAQ 5.0 questionnaire so you could consider using the SAQ 5.0 questionnaire as a template or
foundation for your own protocol. Each policy area must be explicitly referenced within your supplier code of
conduct or policy requirements for suppliers.
18b Does your company use any of the following channels to communicate its Supplier CSR/Sustainability
requirements to your suppliers? Please tick all that apply. MS
The document provided as evidence and titled POL-05 Supplier Sustainability Manual.pdf was accepted during
the validation process.
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Responsible Supply Chain Management
18c Which processes does your company have in place to review if suppliers fulfill your sustainability
requirements? Please tick all that apply. MS
None
Recommendation
- Your company should conduct audits to ensure that suppliers fulfill your CSR/sustainability requirements
- Your company should use a self-assessment questionnaire to identify whether suppliers fulfill your
CSR/sustainability requirements
Guidance for reviewing supplier performance against your CSR/Sustainability requirements using audits
If your suppliers do not follow the policies and procedures set out in your supplier code of conduct, your company
may be at risk. It is therefore recommended that you conduct audits of your suppliers.
Audits can be conducted by your company or by an organization appointed by your company. These are known as
2nd party audits. Alternatively you can request evidence from your suppliers of external audits that they have been
subject to via an independent organization such as a certification body. These are known as 3rd party audits. If you
collect evidence of audit certification, you might consider inviting your own suppliers to complete the SAQ 5.0
sustainability assessment questionnaire on the SUPPLIERASSURANCE platform. Through this platform, you will gain
visibility of third party audits and certifications achieved by your suppliers.
19 Does your company perform sustainability risk assessments as part of the due diligence activities? MS
Yes
19a What is the scope of the risk assessment? Please tick all that apply. MS
Recommendation
Your company's sustainability risk assessment should cover:
- Indirect suppliers (Tier n)
Yearly
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Responsible Sourcing of Raw Materials
The Responsible Sourcing of Raw Materials section considers due diligence conducted to understand the
source of the raw materials used in a company's products. The score for this theme considers the extent
to which policies are established for the location that this assessment report covers.
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OMNI AUTO LIMITED achieved a score of 0% for its location Omni Auto Limited. This compares with an
industry average of 63% and a country average score of 60%.
Questionnaire Responses
20 Are any of the following materials contained in your products? Please tick all that apply. MS
Steel/ Iron
20a Does your company have a policy for the responsible sourcing of these raw materials? MS
No
Recommendation
- Your company should have a policy for the responsible sourcing of raw materials
Recommendation
- Your company should participate in raw material specific initiatives
21 Does your company have a responsible sourcing raw materials management system or undertake supply chain
mapping? MS
No
Recommendation
- Your company should have procedures or processes in place for the responsible sourcing of raw materials
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