6.1 The following are currently free benefits of Eurofins | BLC Membership, which all Members are entitled to utilise:
6.1.1 Priority Support - Promptly access to qualified leather industry specialists who are available to respond to queries by telephone, fax and email.
6.1.2 Specifications - A free service offered to all Members to provide standard leather and leather product related specifications. Development of bespoke customer specifications as required.
6.1.3 Testing - Discounted rates (currently 30% but as may be amended from time to time by Eurofins | BLC) and priority service for routine testing, including restricted substances, and advanced analytical services against international specifications.
6.1.4 Problem Solving - A discounted (currently 30% but as may be amended from time to time by Eurofins | BLC), rapid problem solving service that enables the cause of problems to be quickly identified and corrective actions recommended.
6.1.5 Training - Discounted rates (as may be determined from time to time by Eurofins | BLC) for Eurofins | BLC’s regular programme of practical leather training courses and seminars held at Eurofins | BLC or tailored courses delivered at customer sites to deal with specific company priorities.
6.1.6 Technical Support - Discounted rates (as may be determined from time to time by Eurofins | BLC) for on-site support anywhere in the world to carry out supplier audits, process improvements, product development or to correct difficult or persistent problems.
6.1.7 Market Information - Eurofins | BLC provides regular updates on standards, legislation, restricted substances, research, technical issues and environmental matters as well as topical abstracts from around the world through the Update, the BLC website and a range of other communications.
6.1.8 Membership Area – A secure area where members can access research reports, informational tool kits, publications and hide prices.
6.1.9 Legislation - Regular updates on legislative and standards related issues that effect the global leather supply chain, encompassing restricted substances, quality, performance, labelling, trading standard issues, leathermark, due diligence, etc.
6.1.10 Connections - Free support and advice when sourcing new products and services through an international network of suppliers, manufacturers and retailers.
6.1.11 Due Diligence - In an increasingly consumer driven market, due diligence is a major issue for many companies. Eurofins | BLC will support the global leather supply chain by providing practical solutions to meet market demands.
6.2 The above benefits may be subject to change, from time to time, by the Board as to the benefit itself, charges and scope. If the Board intends to change any of the above benefits the Board shall notify the Member accordingly.