What the Implementation Guidance is all about:
A set of tools designed to help companies, and their management, conform with the The World Gold Council Conflict-Free Gold Standard®.

How the Implementation Guidance should be used
The Implementation Guidance aims to serve as a helpful reference guide to any implementing company.

There is a range of tools and reference materials on which companies may draw, according to their individual needs and circumstances.

Who should use the Implementation Guidance
The Implementation Guidance should be used by those responsible for implementing requirements at corporate and operational level.

The Implementation Guidance can be used by both World Gold Council member companies and other entities involved in the extraction of gold.

When the Implementation Guidance should be used
It should be used and referenced whenever companies may need guidance to implement the requirements of the Standard, or where particular situations arise.