Modern Slavery Statement for Business Waste Removal Acton

Business Waste Removal Acton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our ongoing approach, including a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, bonded labour, human trafficking or exploitation. It applies across our local waste removal services, Acton waste collection activities and all third-party relationships engaged for business waste removal in Acton.

Our stance and core principles

We maintain a clear and unequivocal position: we will not tolerate modern slavery in any part of our business. Our policy extends to contractors, subcontractors and suppliers who provide goods and services to support waste removal Acton operations. We expect everyone in our value chain to adhere to the same ethical standards. Our commitments are grounded in respect for human rights, legal compliance and proactive risk management.

Scope and accountability

This statement covers all functions relating to the provision of commercial waste and recycling services across Acton and neighbouring areas. Senior management is accountable for policy implementation and the procurement team leads supplier engagement. We ensure that our obligations are communicated in procurement documentation and that expectations about labour standards are explicit in supplier contracts for business waste removal in Acton.

Zero-tolerance policy: We operate a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. Any proven incident will trigger immediate action including suspension of contracts, investigations and remediation where possible. We will terminate relationships with suppliers who fail to remediate confirmed breaches of human rights standards. This policy is emphasised in all induction and compliance training for staff engaged in waste handling, transport and supplier management.

Supplier audits and due diligence: Our supplier assurance programme is risk-based and proportionate to the services provided. We conduct pre-contract checks, periodic audits and targeted on-site assessments of high-risk suppliers. Audit activities include documentary review of employment records, site visits and worker interviews where appropriate. Findings are used to develop action plans and to monitor progress until satisfactory improvements are realised.

Key elements of supplier oversight include:

• Risk assessment criteria for contractors and sub-contractors
• Contractual clauses requiring compliance with labour and human rights standards
• Periodic supplier performance reviews and unannounced inspections
• Corrective action plans and follow-up audits for non-compliance

Reporting channels and whistleblowing: We provide multiple secure channels for raising concerns related to modern slavery, including confidential internal reporting mechanisms and anonymous reporting routes. Staff and third parties involved in waste removal Acton activities are encouraged to report suspected violations promptly. All reports are treated seriously and investigated with due regard for confidentiality and protection of whistleblowers.

Training and worker awareness: Regular training is delivered to procurement teams, site managers and operational staff to ensure they can identify indicators of exploitation. Workers on site are given information on their rights and the ways to report concerns. Our awareness programmes extend to relevant suppliers to help them understand our expectations and to build capacity to prevent modern slavery across the supply chain.

Annual review and continuous improvement: This statement is reviewed at least annually by senior leadership and the governance committee to assess effectiveness, update risk assessments and revise action plans. We publish outcomes of reviews internally and use lessons learned to refine our approach. Our commitment to ethical waste management and safe working conditions for everyone involved in Acton waste removal services remains unwavering, and we will continue to strengthen systems that prevent modern slavery.