International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI)

International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI) was formed in 1974 as an association of toy trade associations from around the world. In recognition of concerns for lawful, fair, safe and healthy work environment for those employed in the manufacture of toys ICTI adopted a Code of Business Practices in 1995. In 1996, this was expanded and a Fire Prevention and Emergency Preparedness Guide was also adopted to encourage such conditions in toy factories around the world. Since, then, ICTI members have twice revised the code as this continues to be a priority for toy manufacturers.

A number of major toy brands and retailers accept audits against this code.

The CARE Monitoring Process:

C – Caring
A – Awareness
R – Responsibility
E – Ethics

The ICTI Principles consist of fifteen elements

• Compliance with Laws and Workplace Regulations
• Working Hours
• Wages and Compensation
• Underage Labor
• Prison Labor
• Forced Labor
• Disciplinary Practice
• Discrimination
• Employee Presentation
• Facilities
• Fire Protection
• General Environmental Health and Safety(EHS)
• Health and Safety
• Environment
• Welfare-Dormitories Canteen / Cafeteria Services / Medical