Answer

You can upload your completed EMRT file (in XLSX format) within the SAQ 5.0 questionnaire at question 20d.

Background

The EMRT is a standard template used for due diligence reporting specifically for cobalt and mica supply chains. If these minerals are relevant to your products (you should declare this at question 20), you can upload your EMRT within the SAQ 5.0 assessment.

Steps

To upload your EMRT template in your SAQ 5.0 response, follow these steps

1. Sign in to your NQC account.
2. Find the relevant questionnaire on your Dashboard (use filters and search if needed).
3. Select the 'Respond' or 'Update' icon on the right of the questionnaire tile on your Dashboard.
4. Progress through the questionnaire to the Responsible Sourcing of Raw Materials section until you reach question 20.
5. At question 20, select 'Cobalt' (and/or Mica if applicable) if contained in your products. Select 'Next question'.
6. Answer questions 20a, 20b, and 20c.
7. Select 'Choose file' and upload the latest version of your EMRT (it must be an .xlsx file).
8. Select 'Next question' and continue completing the SAQ.
9. Submit the SAQ for validation.