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The R2 Standard is the leading certification for electronics repair and reuse. As the housing body for R2, SERI maintains the R2 Standard, related documentation, guidance, and facilitates its ongoing development.
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Answering Your Questions...Logging testing results

Q. We only log test results for equipment that passes our testing. We do not log the test results of equipment that fails since it goes directly to our dismantling area to be broken down and sent to a downstream vendor for recycling. Are we required to log the testing records of failed equipment destined for end-of-life recycling?

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Prov. 6 Testing

Jan 30th, 2017

Answering Your Questions....Managing fluorescent bulbs

Q. Fluorescent bulbs are not listed as a Focus Material, but they do contain mercury. Does this mean they should be managed as a Focus Material?

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Prov. 4

Jan 30th, 2017

Formal Interpretation of R2:2013 Provision 5.a

The R2 Technical Advisory Committee has released a formal interpretation of Provision 5.a - specifically relating to control of Focus Materials.

“Control” in Provision 5.a applies or begins at the point where and when the R2 Certified recycler takes title or physical possession of the Focus Materials or equipment containing Focus Materials. Therefore, the R2 Standard requirements under Provision 5 would apply when:

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R2 TAC

Jan 23rd, 2017

SERI Year in Review: R2 Technical Advisory Committee Reconvenes

The R2 Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) has been regularly meeting via conference call to consider possible revisions to the R2 Standard. The TAC is comprised of representatives from regulatory and public interest entities, recyclers/refurbishers, corporate users of electronics recycling services, and technical advisors with broad-ranging expertise in the industry who share SERI’s vision for safe and sustainable electronics reuse and recycling. The first draft of the revision is currently planned for late 2017, with the release of the final version in 2018, and full implementation by 20

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TAC

Dec 18th, 2016

Planned processes and procedures are not evidence of R2 conformance

A common misconception among recyclers and refurbishers is that new facilities can be R2 certified from day one. The R2 Code of Practices requires candidates for certification to have at least three months of records in order to move past the Stage 1 audit. Furthermore, for a facility to be recommended for R2 certification, the auditor must review and document evidence that the company is operating in conformance with all 13 provisions of the R2 Standard. A compa

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Code of Practices Preparing for Audit

Dec 18th, 2016

SERI Year in Review: A focus on improved quality and conformance

SERI audits have been a useful tool for increasing conformance and identifying other opportunities for improvement. Almost 70 SERI audits were conducted in the past 18 months which led to the identification and removal of 9 non-conforming recyclers from the R2 Program. Areas of concern were identified at other facilities, 7 of which resulted in suspensions. In most cases, however, education and recommendations from the R2 assessor helped the companies to implement better conformance strategies.

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Dec 18th, 2016

SERI Year in Review: Growing global interest in more sustainable practices for managing used electronics

It is encouraging to see the growing global interest in adopting more sustainable practices for managing used electronics. R2 certification has expanded to 22 countries, with the most recent additions being Japan, Vietnam, and the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, facilities in Chile, Haiti, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Taiwan, and Yemen are also working towards R2 certification.

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Emerging Markets

Nov 30th, 2016

Key issues from spot audits…Is your company in conformance?

We’ve compiled some of the key issues, most commonly asked questions, and opportunities for improvement observed during SERI spot audits. Does your team have a complete understanding of what’s required regarding the following issues to maintain conformance to the R2 Standard?

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Focus Materials Provision 5 Provision 6

Nov 30th, 2016

Additional R2 training materials available on SERI website

New modules were recently added to the R2 Implementation Guide. The guide is meant as starting point for recyclers working on their R2 Certification.

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Training Resources

Nov 30th, 2016

Upcoming R2 Auditor Training in India

Because of the upsurge in R2 applications and certifications in Asia, SERI is conducting an R2 Auditor Training in Bangalore, India. The class is scheduled for March 28-30 and is limited to 15 participants. Cost is $400.

So far, 16 auditors have completed the new R2 Auditor Training course, and 89 are registered for upcoming classes in Michigan, Colorado, Florida and Bangalore, India. At this time, only the Bangalore session still has space remaining.

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About SERISubpages
We're Sustainable Electronics Recycling International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing safe and sustainable reuse and recycling of used electronics through consensus-driven standards.
R2 StandardSubpages
The R2 Standard is the leading certification for electronics repair and reuse. As the housing body for R2, SERI maintains the R2 Standard, related documentation, guidance, and facilitates its ongoing development.
ProgramsSubpages
SERI works with partners throughout the lifecycle of electronic products to ensure that they are managed responsibly. SERI's programs focus on education, outreach, safety, and international development.
- R2 Leaders
Education & TrainingSubpages
SERI offers a variety of educational and training opportunities for recyclers, as well as opportunities for auditors and consultants. These trainings focus on implementing the R2 Standard, realizing a return on the investment in certification, discussing relevant issues or challenges related to recycling practices, and other topics.

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