©  To develop an method of due diligence audit and carry out a trial audit on the iTSCi pilot sites. Compliance with regulations & guidances Effectiveness of traceability of the minerals –Operator level (iTSCi implementers, community, artisanal miners, mining companies, transporters, traders, exporters, certifiers, State Authorities) –Consistency between operators (records, supply chain policy)  Risk assessment in the 3Ts value chain and its effects on the conflict, notably conflict financing & human rights abuses  Recommendations for actions under each circumstance by reference to international standards Channel Research role

© Principles  Independence & neutrality  Accountability & performance  Protection Reference documents  iTSCi membership rules  International & national regulations in respect to conflict minerals  OECD guidance  Reports of the UN group of experts Principles & reference docs

©  Consultation  Triangulation – evidence based approach of sources & methods, degree of triangulation formalization of the triangulation  Capturing the different types of linkages with the conflict / Defining a level of analysis  level of risks  Cost efficient solutions & feasible recommendations Approach