What are the differences between the 2019 and 2024 COP?
“For a detailed comparison of the 2019 and 2024 COP, click here.”
Responsible Jewellery Council
Responsible Jewellery Council is a Standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry.
Questions & answers
What are the differences between the 2017 and 2024 COC?
“For a more detailed comparison of the 2017 and 2024 COC, click here.”
Why has the 2024 definition on recycled materials changed?
“As part of the full review of the COC standard, RJC conducted three rounds of public consultations with a wide range of stakeholders to update the definition of recycled materials (covering all metals in scope for the COC standard; gold, silver and platinum group metals).”
How were the standards developed and how do changes to the standards get decided?
“RJC follows the ISEAL Alliance Standard Setting Code, which outlines how to carry out a public consultation when reviewing standards. A draft of the standard is developed using external experts and is reviewed by the RJC team in collaboration with a multi-stakeholder RJC Standards Committee, who support in decision making based on the outcomes of the consultations.”
When did the COP and COC 2024 come into force?
“Both Standards came into force on 1 January 2025 and will supersede the previous versions. The accompanying Standard and Guidance documents and self-assessments have been published.”
I am certified to the COP 2019 standard and wish to become certified to COC 2024. Do I need to recertified to the COP 2024 standard before I can do this?
“The COC 2024 standard is available for any member who is certified to the COP 2019 or later.”
When will the standards next be reviewed?
“You can find the RJC Standard Setting Procedure here.”
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- Responsible Jewellery Council: Standard-setting organisation for the jewellery and watch industry. Website: https://www.responsiblejewellery.com/