Introduction to the AFIRM Supplier Toolkit Nathaniel Sponsler Gap Inc. 1

AFIRM Toolkit History First version published October 2008 Supplier Feedback: – Seemed geared toward brands – More technical information and examples requested – Request for AFIRM combined RSL to meet all brand requirements 2

Updated 2011 AFIRM Supplier Toolkit Published November 2011 Responds to Supplier Feedback – Geared toward suppliers – More detailed information on more chemicals – Improved formatting and internal links Available in Chinese, Vietnamese and Spanish 3

Updated 2011 AFIRM Supplier Toolkit Key Additions – RSL Failures with corrective action examples in simple format – Detailed Chemical Guidance Document with full Index Resources available for all levels of technical expertise 4

Toolkit Table of Contents 5

Where are the risks? 6 Toolkit Table of Contents

Background on Restricted Substances 7 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix B - Factory Management Plan 8 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix D – Best Practices to Avoid RSL Issues 9 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix E – RSL Corrective Actions 10 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix E – RSL Corrective Actions 11 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix F – Detailed Chemical Guidance Document 12 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix F – Detailed Chemical Guidance Document 13 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix F – Detailed Chemical Guidance Document 14 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix G – MSDS Examples and Explanations 15 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix I – Screen Printing Best & Worst Practices 16 Toolkit Table of Contents

 20 Screen Storage

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 14 Ink Room and Storage

 13 Ink Room and Storage

Appendix J – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 21 Toolkit Table of Contents

Appendix L – Additional Online Resources 22 Toolkit Table of Contents

AFIRM Toolkit Website Contact: 23