Rubbish Removal Croydon Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps Rubbish Removal Croydon takes to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery is a serious global issue and we are committed to conducting our business in a way that respects human rights and promotes fair and safe working conditions.
This statement covers our activities for the most recent financial year and applies to all employees, agency workers, contractors, and suppliers engaged by Rubbish Removal Croydon.
Our Commitment and Zero-Tolerance Policy
Rubbish Removal Croydon has a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of modern slavery, including forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, human trafficking, and any practice that exploits vulnerable individuals. We expect the same high standards from all those we work with.
No form of exploitation is acceptable within our business or supply chain. We will terminate relationships with any supplier, contractor, or business partner found to be involved in modern slavery or who fails to take adequate steps to prevent it. All staff are required to act ethically, comply with relevant laws, and report any concerns without delay.
Our Business and Supply Chains
Rubbish Removal Croydon provides waste removal and related services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Our supply chains include providers of vehicles, machinery, personal protective equipment, waste processing facilities, and labour providers. We recognise that certain sectors, such as waste processing and logistics, can be at higher risk of labour exploitation.
We are committed to understanding these risks and working closely with our suppliers to ensure that workers are treated with dignity, paid fairly, and employed voluntarily.
Supplier Standards and Audit Processes
We are strengthening our supplier management processes to identify, prevent, and address modern slavery risks. All key suppliers are required to confirm that they comply with applicable labour, employment, and human rights laws and that they do not tolerate modern slavery in their own operations or supply chains.
Our approach includes the following measures:
We conduct due diligence checks on new high-risk suppliers before engagement, including questions on labour practices, recruitment fees, and worker protections. We reserve the right to conduct supplier audits, which may include site visits, worker interviews where appropriate, and document reviews focused on working hours, wages, recruitment processes, and grievance mechanisms.
Where concerns are identified, we require corrective action plans with clear timeframes. Failure to address issues may result in suspension or termination of the business relationship.
Training, Awareness, and Reporting Channels
We are working to build awareness of modern slavery risks among our workforce. Managers and staff involved in procurement, recruitment, or supplier management receive guidance on how to spot warning signs of exploitation and how to raise concerns safely.
All workers, including agency staff and contractors, are encouraged to report suspected modern slavery. Reporting channels include direct reporting to line managers, escalation to senior management, and contacting our designated safeguarding and compliance contact. Reports can be made confidentially, and we do not tolerate victimisation or retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith.
Continuous Improvement and Annual Review
Rubbish Removal Croydon recognises that tackling modern slavery is an ongoing process. We are committed to continually improving our policies, procedures, and practices to strengthen our defences against exploitation.
This Modern Slavery Statement will be reviewed at least once a year by senior management. The review will consider any reported concerns, audit findings, changes in legislation, and feedback from stakeholders. Where necessary, we will update our procedures, introduce additional training, and refine our supplier assessment and audit processes.
By maintaining a zero-tolerance stance, working closely with our suppliers, encouraging transparent reporting, and conducting regular reviews, Rubbish Removal Croydon aims to ensure that modern slavery has no place in our business or supply chains.
