Modern Slavery Statement — Commercial Waste Removal Teddington

Commercial Waste Removal Teddington is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. We recognise that as a provider of commercial waste removal in Teddington and surrounding areas we have a responsibility to maintain high ethical standards across our workforce and supply chain. This statement sets out our approach, expectations and the actions we take to identify, prevent and address the risk of modern slavery.

Our approach is founded on a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of forced labour, servitude, human trafficking or exploitation. We expect everyone who works for us, with us or for our clients through Teddington commercial waste removal contracts to adhere to this policy. Any breach of the policy will be treated seriously and may result in contractual termination, disciplinary action or referral to relevant authorities.

Commitment, Due Diligence and Supplier Expectations

We carry out risk-based due diligence across our supply chain for commercial waste services Teddington. Our procurement process evaluates suppliers based on their labour practices, documented policies and adherence to statutory employment standards. We integrate anti-slavery clauses into contracts and require suppliers to confirm compliance with modern slavery laws as part of onboarding.

Supplier audits form a core part of our prevention strategy. We operate a programme of desktop checks and on-site inspections where appropriate. Audits focus on:

• Verification of employment records and right-to-work documentation;
• Supply chain transparency including subcontractor mapping;
• Safe working conditions and appropriate wage practices;
• Contractual safeguards and remedial action planning.

Where risks are identified we work collaboratively with suppliers to implement corrective actions within defined timelines. Repeat or serious breaches will prompt more intensive audits and potential contract termination.

Reporting Channels, Training and Remediation

We provide multiple reporting channels for concerns about modern slavery in the context of commercial waste removal in Teddington. Staff and third parties can report suspected incidents through secure and confidential routes. We encourage the use of anonymous reporting where necessary and promote a culture where raising concerns is supported and protected. All reports are taken seriously, triaged promptly and investigated by trained personnel.

Training is delivered to employees, supervisors and procurement teams to ensure recognition of indicators of modern slavery and understanding of how to report concerns. This includes scenario-based learning specific to waste management operations, vehicle servicing, site labour and contractor engagement. We also provide guidance to suppliers on their obligations and on how to strengthen controls in their own operations.

We recognise that remediation is not only about stopping abuses, but also about ensuring affected individuals are protected and supported. When incidents are substantiated we work to secure immediate safety, cooperate with authorities where appropriate and require suppliers to remedy harm, including repayment of unlawful deductions, provision of safe transport and support for recovery.

Monitoring and continuous improvement are central to our approach. We maintain a register of modern slavery risk assessments linked to our commercial waste removal activities and update our supplier risk profiles annually. Performance metrics include audit completion rates, number and resolution status of reports, and time to remediate confirmed breaches. We use these metrics to inform targeted training and process improvements.

Annual review: This modern slavery statement is reviewed at least once every 12 months to assess effectiveness and to reflect changes in legislation, operations or supply chain composition. The annual review includes senior management sign-off and board-level consideration to ensure continued oversight and resource allocation.

We are committed to transparency and accountability in our role as a provider of Teddington commercial waste removal services. Our policies are designed to be practical, enforceable and proportionate to the risks we face. By combining a zero-tolerance stance, robust supplier audits, clear reporting channels and a thorough annual review cycle, we strive to eliminate modern slavery from our business and to influence better practices across the waste management sector.