Downstream Non-R2:2013 Certified Refurbisher Checklist
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This checklist is designed for the evaluation of potential refurbishers under R2:2013 Provision 6(c)(3)
for equipment that is non-functional or untested and in need of testing/repair. This checklist is tailored
to vendors who are not R2:2013 Certified.
Document the equipment sent to this refurbisher for testing and/or repair. Describe the processing
techniques by the downstream vendor for each type of equipment. Remove or change equipment
types specific to each downstream vendor.
Equipment
Processing Technique
Desktops
Laptops
Peripherals
Network Equipment
Rechargeable Batteries
LCD TV’s/Monitors
Printers
Cellular Devices
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Requirements for non-R2:2013 certified Refurbishers
These requirements are documented in R2:2013 Provision 6(c)(3). The cross-referenced provisions are
extracted here for all the requirements incorporated in 6(c)(3). Downstream refurbishers are required to meet
the requirements of Provision 6 in order to qualify as a downstream refurbisher under Provision 6(c)(3). Any
outsourcing to a downstream refurbisher is therefore expected to meet the same requirements as imposed on
the R2:2013 certified recycler.
Prov.
Requirement
6(c)(3)(B)(ii) Verify that downstream
refurbisher does not resell
equipment in untested or nonfunctioning condition?
6(b)(1)
Does the refurbisher label and
sort each shipment downstream
to track throughput?
6(b)(2)
Does the refurbisher sanitize all
data on reusable equipment
before it is shipped downstream?
6(b)(3)
Does the refurbisher handle and
package shipments for reuse to
prevent damage of the equipment
during transit?
6(b)(3)
Does the refurbisher package
shipments for reuse in light of the
risks posed during shipment?
For example, refurbished
batteries packaged according to
transport regulations to prevent
fires or spills.
6(c)
Are shipments by the refurbisher
for reuse identified prior to
shipment as:
Verification
(1) Tested for Full Functions,
R2/Ready for Reuse;
-or(2) Tested for Key Functions,
R2/Ready for Resale
If downstream refurbisher produces fully functional equipment ready for reuse, verify these
requirements.
Tested and Full Functions,
6(c)(1)(A)
R2/Ready for Reuse – Are all
equipment functions tested,
working properly and ready for
reuse as if it were new?
6(c)(1)(A)
Is R2/Ready for Reuse
equipment loaded with legally
licensed software, drivers, and
configured?
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6(c)(1)(B)
6(c)(1)(B)
6(c)(1)(B)
6(c)(1)(B)
6(c)(1)(B)
6(c)(1)(C)
6(c)(1)(C)
6(c)(1)(C)
6(c)(1)(C)
6(c)(1)(C)
6(c)(1)(D)
6(c)(1)(E)
Requirement
Is the refurbisher currently
certified to RIOS or ISO 9001 for
refurbishment activities?
If not certified to RIOS or ISO
9001, has the refurbisher
documented a Quality Assurance
Policy?
If not certified to RIOS or ISO
9001, has the refurbisher
documented a Quality Assurance
Plan?
Does the Quality Assurance Plan
include steps to verify the
accuracy of test methods
(monitoring) and test equipment
(calibration)?
Does the Quality Assurance Plan
include procedures to maintain
records of verification and results
of testing?
Does the refurbisher have a
written Product Return Policy
which includes specific policies
for R2/Ready for Reuse
equipment?
Does the refurbisher have a
written Product Return Plan that
includes plans for R2/Ready for
Reuse equipment sold?
Is the Product Return Policy and
Plan appropriate for the final
destination of R2 Ready for
Reuse equipment
Is the Product Return Policy and
Plan appropriate for the type of
equipment sold to an end user as
R2 Ready for Reuse?
Has the Product Return Policy
and Plan been communicated to
buyers and sales persons as one
step in the implementation?
Is the refurbishers R2/Ready for
Reuse equipment and
components clean and free of
major cosmetic defects?
Does the refurbisher ensure that
R2/Ready for Reuse equipment
or components meet the
requirements of the recipient?
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If downstream refurbisher produces equipment tested for key functions and ready for resale, verify
these requirements.
Tested for Key Functions,
6(c)(2)(A)
R2/Ready for Resale – Does the
refurbisher use effective test
methods and testing equipment
to confirm that the Key Functions
of the equipment or components
are working properly? For
example, are “key functions”
defined for each type of
equipment and processes written
to specify expected results for
“working”?
6(c)(2)(B)
Is the refurbisher currently
certified to RIOS or ISO 9001 for
refurbishment activities?
6(c)(2)(B)
If not certified to RIOS or ISO
9001, has the refurbisher
documented a Quality Assurance
Policy?
6(c)(2)(B)
If not certified to RIOS or ISO
9001, has the refurbisher
documented a Quality Assurance
Plan?
6(c)(2)(B)
Does the Quality Assurance Plan
include steps to verify the
accuracy of test methods
(monitoring) and test equipment
(calibration)?
6(c)(2)(B)
Does the Quality Assurance Plan
include procedures to maintain
records of verification and results
of testing?
6(c)(2)(D)
Does the refurbisher have a
written Product Return Policy
which includes specific policies
for R2/Ready for Resale
equipment?
6(c)(2)(D)
Does the refurbisher have a
written Product Return Plan that
includes plans for R2/Ready for
Resale equipment sold?
6(c)(2)(D)
Is the Product Return Policy and
Plan appropriate for the final
destination of R2 Ready for
Resale equipment?
6(c)(2)(D)
Is the Product Return Policy and
Plan appropriate for the type of
equipment sold?
6(c)(2)(D)
Has the Product Return Policy
and Plan been communicated to
buyers and sales persons as one
step in the implementation?
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6(c)(2)(C)
6(c)(2)(C)
6(c)(2)(E)
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Does the refurbisher disclose to
buyers in writing any functions
that are not working properly with
R2/Ready for Resale shipments?
Does the refurbisher provide a
description of cosmetic defects
and missing components in
writing with R2/Ready for Resale
shipments?
Does the refurbisher ensure that
the equipment or components
meet the specifications of the
recipient vendor or the end user?
Data Destruction Requirements
If equipment is not sanitized of data prior to shipment from the R2:2013 recycler, then the downstream
refurbisher must meet the requirements of Provision 8 for Data Destruction. Use the Downstream Data
Destruction Vendor Checklist to qualify the refurbisher for Data Destruction requirements under R2:2013
Provision 6(b)(2).
5-Downstream Data Destruction Vendor Checklist.docx
Recycling of Residual equipment containing FMs
Downstream refurbishers who are not certified to R2:2013 must also meet the downstream requirements for
recycling residual components containing Focus Materials from the refurbishment process. This includes any
components removed during repair that contain FMs. It also includes any equipment that could not be resold
or could not be repaired to a working status and therefore must be recycled. Use the Downstream NonR2:2013 Certified Recycler Checklist to qualify the refurbisher to the Provision 3 and Provision 5 requirements
for recycling of these residuals.
Downstream Non-R2:2013 Certified Recycler Checklist.docx
The above information applies to the minimum requirements of R2:2013 Provision 6 for downstream due
diligence of refurbishers not certified to R2:2013. Additional evaluation is recommended. Onsite audits are
encouraged.
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Status:
☐ Approved
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